Specialist, Front-End Web Merchandising

Carnival Corporation•Miami, FL

66d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Specialist, Front-End Web Merchandising role executes the strategy for promotional content on carnival.com - from new sales to brand announcements, new module designs to daily updates. Their aim is to increase engagement and booking conversion on the Carnival website across all devices while providing the best possible user experience and meeting established business goals. The Specialist, Front-End Web Merchandising is responsible for the day-to-day execution of the merchandizing strategy including development, CMS implementation, maintenance, optimization and governance. The role will focus on the development and implementation of new merchandising and maintenance of existing content via our content management system and other e-commerce platforms using HTML/CSS and JavaScript.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree - Marketing, Business, Communications Computer Science, or related field
3+ years of experience coding for websites or managing an e-commerce site or digital marketing experience.
Proficiency in CRM and marketing automation tools (e.g., Salesforce, Optimizely, Sitecore).
Experience with CMS software (Sitecore a plus) and ecommerce platforms (Optimizely a plus).
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Strong independent decision-making, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
Experience interfacing with a range of web site, mobile, tablet, creative design initiatives.
Ability to identify, prioritize, and articulate highest impact initiatives.
Understanding of design/ layout best practices and ADA compliance in the digital environment.
Experience with automation tools and customer segmentation.
Incredible attention to detail and ability to think logically.
Have proficient knowledge of HTML / CSS / Javascript.
Ability to work with Adobe Creative Suite of products and/or Figma.
Proficient in understanding and articulating technical concepts.
Adept at bridging the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders
Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.

Nice To Haves

Travel industry experience is a plus
Mobile commerce experience is a plus
HTML, CSS, Javascript accreditation preferred

Responsibilities

Expand on personalization strategy to develop and implement rules, logic, and audiences for our targeted personalization campaigns. Analytics, concurrent campaigns, and business goals need to be taken into account to develop the rules logic, and, audiences for these campaigns.
Implement all merchandising campaigns for Carnival.com on the front-end using JavaScript & HTML/CSS within Sitecore CMS and Optimizely platforms. Implementation of campaigns encompasses interpreting creative mockups into code, maintenance/optimization of existing content, and adherence to performance/ADA guidelines.
Perform QA testing for accuracy and functionality across browsers and devices; troubleshoot and/or engage relevant teams (e.g. DevOps, support, ADA), as needed.
Work cross-functionally coordinating with marketing teams and other Carnival business units such as Casino, E-commerce, Brand Marketing, and IT to make sure our merchandising being implemented follows brand guidelines (voice, digital style guide), best practices and compliance requirements (performance, ADA), incorporates learnings (A/B and user testing) and is properly tagged for analytics/reporting.
Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes a company match
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Holidays - All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee's discretion.
Vacation Time - All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year. All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
Sick Time - All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement
On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus