> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2868920-shopify-transitions-specialist-35693-westchester-il](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2868920-shopify-transitions-specialist-35693-westchester-il). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Shopify Transitions Specialist - 35693 - Westchester, IL - **Company:** FOLLETT HIGHER EDUCATION - **Location:** Westchester, IL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $50,000.0 - $55,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JIRA, Retail Software, Shopify - **Published:** September 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88312012/1 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree or equivalent. * 3-5 years of experience with retail store systems, product management, business analysis and/or retail technology. * Shopify implementation experience. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to solve problems. * Highly analytical, solutions-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail POS and store order fulfillment environment. ## Description The Shopify Transitions Specialist is responsible for supporting the successful transition, optimization, and ongoing operational effectiveness of the Shopify platform. This role combines product management, platform support, issue resolution, and operational enablement to ensure Shopify solutions meet business needs and deliver a consistent user and customer experience., Issue Resolution & Ticket Management: * Track, prioritize, and manage outstanding issues and support tickets through resolution. * Partner closely with Project Managers (PMs) to provide ticket updates and maintain accurate tracking through JIRA and/or Slack platforms. * Ensure timely follow-up with business stakeholders and PMs regarding ticket status, resolution progress, risks, and next steps. * Partner with Training leaders to create, maintain, and update process documentation, training materials, and knowledge resources. * Document issues, root causes, resolutions, and process updates to support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives. * Identify recurring trends and collaborate with appropriate teams to implement long-term corrective and preventative solutions. * Identify recurring trends and collaborate with appropriate teams to implement long-term corrective and preventative solutions. Cross-Functional Collaboration: * Communicate platform issues and updates effectively to retail operations teams through Axios and Slack Channels. * Provide day-to-day support and guidance to team members navigating Shopify-related processes, tools, and operational workflows. * Assist with creating and reviewing training materials in partnership with the Learning and Development team. * In partnership with the Learning and Development team, serve as a "train-the-trainer" lead for field teams by facilitating training sessions, validating operational readiness, gathering user feedback, and ensuring successful adoption of new Shopify enhancements and processes. ## Related Videos - [Modern Headless Commerce with Vendure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/489-modern-headless-commerce-with-vendure) - [APIs and Architecture for scaling omnichannel payments](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/90-apis-and-architecture-for-scaling-omnichannel-payments) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Markdown, Liquid and Checkouts](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1814-wearedevelopers-live-markdown-liquid-and-checkouts) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Teini - an extremely small webshop leveraging awesome and free tech](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/286-teini-an-extremely-small-webshop-leveraging-awesome-and-free-tech) - [IKEA Story: Transforming an Iconic Retail Brand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/444-ikea-story-transforming-an-iconic-retail-brand) ## Related Articles - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Welcome to Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/4-welcome-to-switzerland) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies)