Operations Specialist - Technology and Transformation

Position Details Title: Operations Specialist – Technology and Transformation Department: Technology and Transformation Reports to: Business Operations Manager Location: Dearborn, MI Job Classification: Hybrid Job Summary The primary purpose of the Operations Specialist is to provide administrative and project support to the leadership team within the Technology and Transformation Teams. It requires a proactive approach to supporting the development and execution of schedule management in a dynamic, deadline‑driven environment. This role will provide the department with efficient day‑to‑day operations, allowing leaders to focus on more advanced responsibilities. At Carhartt, the values of hard work—dependability, honesty, and trust—are rooted in the legacy of our founder, Hamilton Carhartt. His commitment to serving hardworking people continues to inspire everything we do. Guided by his legacy and our mission—We serve and protect all hardworking people by building durable products— we remain dedicated to upholding these principles in every decision we make and every product we create. Associate Responsibilities Provide independent administrative support to senior leadership, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, preparing correspondence and presentations, managing travel arrangements, and expense submissions. Facilitate communication within the greater IT, GTM, Transformation, CCG, and Strategy and Insights teams. Consistently create templates for slide decks and communications across the department for visual consistency. Plan, coordinate, and oversee events for all department meetings both on and off site. Maintain and administer the department portal page. Coordinate and schedule recurring meetings such as town halls and leadership meetings. Support strategic planning processes, leadership forums, and cross‑functional deliverables, ensuring key milestones, decisions, and action items are completed on schedule. Prepare agendas, presentations, meeting summaries, and briefing materials for strategic planning activities and leadership forums while maintaining accurate records of priorities, decisions, and action items. Exercise a high level of tact and discretion due to frequent corporate‑wide internal and external contacts, some exposure to confidential data and conversations with external individuals. Other duties as assigned. Required Education Associate’s degree or equivalent years of work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Required Skills & Experience Minimum of 4 years of experience in an administrative support role; at least one year developing and executing project plans and supporting multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to handle and manage confidential information and prioritize actions for senior leadership with a high degree of discretion. Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a proven ability to communicate with all levels of an organization. Outstanding organizational skills with demonstrated ability to multi‑task, prioritize, and deliver workloads while maintaining attention to detail. Computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook (required); experience with Microsoft SharePoint and Co‑Pilot preferred. Flexibility, responsiveness, and willingness to take on assignments. Demonstrated team player with ability to work cross‑functionally. Ability to work in and navigate the “gray” zone. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Typical office environment; cubicle setting. Extended periods of sitting and typing on a computer. Willingness to work some weekends if necessary. Ability to travel in support of meetings, events, and special projects. This position has a hybrid location: the employee will work on‑site regularly as needed for work activities. Carhartt is a tobacco‑free workplace. We are an equal‑opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All associates are required to understand and act in accordance with the Carhartt Core Values. Carhartt reserves the right to change, modify, suspend, interpret, or cancel in whole or in any part the job duties outlined above at any time and without advance notice to the employee. #J-18808-Ljbffr Carhartt