Brooks Running · 1 day ago
Guru Field Representative - Sacramento
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry Level
$51K/yr - $71K/yr
1+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage the overall field support efforts for Brooks at both Specialty and Big Box accounts located within the territory
At all accounts, support the Sales and Marketing teams with product launches, in-store merchandising, and creative grassroots programs
Collaborate with Sales management and Marketing on the success of National Account sell-through programs/in-store promotions. All Gurus are accountable for an established sell-through goal for a pre-determined store base within their respective territory
Educate and motivate the retail associates, runners, and relevant affiliates about Brooks technology and product leadership via brand/product clinics, drop-in visits, and events
Represent Brooks at national (and selected local) running events and expos – including set-up, breakdown, distribution of collateral, interaction with consumers and product trial
Complete weekly field notes with information about visits, clinics, and events, while also providing relevant product and competitor feedback
Feature in product videos for YouTube, Myagi, educational platforms, and social media on an as-needed basis
Responsible for utilizing and maintaining a yearly product seeding and corporate card budget, completing expense reports monthly
Maintain appearance and functionality of leased company vehicle and all Brooks equipment
Qualification
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Required
You must be willing to live within an agreed upon radius of the sales territory you support
BA or BS degree in Marketing/Sales/Retail Management or equivalent combination of experience
1+ years Marketing/Sales/Retail experience required
Knowledge of performance athletic footwear/sport bras/apparel/accessories and their related technologies
Basic knowledge of retail math, inventory management, product merchandising and retail selling skills
Highly motivated with a hardworking attitude and strong interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills such as managing a calendar, contacts, and a budget
Works well independently, as well as within a team
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to understand the sport of running and empathize with runners to develop authentic relationships at retail and the Brooks community
Ability to strategically use an annual budget that benefits the territory and brand
Ability to lift to 50 lbs and stand for long periods of time
Extensive travel required; able and willing to work weekends and extended hours as needed
Preferred
2+ years Marketing/Sales/Retail experience preferred
Outdoor, Sports or Athletic industry experience highly preferred
Knowledge of the biomechanics of human motion and injury prevention basics highly preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
HSA and employer contribution
FSA
Family & fertility assistance
401K Savings Plan and match
Employee assistance program
Transportation assistance
Three to five weeks of paid time off
Eleven paid holidays
Paid sick and parental leave
Annual bonus based on company performance
Location allowance
Product discounts
Employee recognition
Fitness discounts
Volunteer and donation benefits
Company
Brooks Running
Brooks Running designs and manufactures high-performance running shoes, apparel, and accessories for both male and female runners. It is a sub-organization of Berkshire Hathaway.
1,001-5,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dan Sheridan
CEO
Carson Caprara
SVP, Footwear
Recent News
2024-10-16
Business Wire
2024-05-24
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