Ace Hardware Corporation · 16 hours ago
Community Engagement Associate
Dayton, OH
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$50K/yr - $75K/yrAce Hardware is a well-established company that has been serving communities for nearly 100 years. They are seeking a Community Engagement Associate to build local relationships, generate leads, and promote their services through engagement at events and partnerships.
HardwareRetailService Industry
Responsibilities
Identify, schedule, and participate in local events including home shows, festivals, and community gatherings
Set up, staff, and manage company displays at events
Build visibility and brand awareness through regular participation in groups such as: Chamber of Commerce, BNI groups, Rotary Clubs
Represent the company at Dayton Dragons and Rose Music Center events, including display setup, customer engagement, and appointment setting
Serve as the primary contact for local retail partners, including Ace Hardware stores
Make regular visits to partner locations, support store events, and maintain strong relationships with store teams
Conduct follow‑ups, schedule appointments, and generate leads from community interactions
Work closely with the local sales team and Sales Manager to support regional sales goals
Identify new community opportunities and recommend engagement strategies
Attend one weekly in‑office meeting
Complete required administrative tasks, scheduling, and event planning
Qualification
Required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Outgoing, confident, and comfortable engaging with the public
Dependable, self‑motivated, and community‑minded
Ability to work evenings and weekends as required by events
Preferred
Experience in sales, marketing, communications, public relations, or community engagement
Background in home services or related industries
Prior involvement in community organizations or event coordination
Benefits
Incentive/Commission/Bonus opportunities (Based on role / grade level)
401(k) retirement savings plan with matching company contributions, eligible on your first day!
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, company paid short-term disability, and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents.
Warehouse Merchandise Discount!
Paid time off & paid holidays (depending on role and month of hire)
Career Growth & opportunities within several channels (Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electrical, Handyman, Customer Service and others). Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities.
Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer classes, facilitator-led courses, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review.
Robust Employee Assistance Program, which will provide professional assistance for personal, legal, financial, work, childcare and elder care support.
Company
Ace Hardware Corporation
Ace Hardware is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,800 locally owned and operated hardware stores in approximately 70 countries.
Founded in 1924
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Kryscio
Vice President Supply Chain & Logistics
Lisa Schmitt
Corporate Vice President, Merchandising Operations
Recent News
2026-01-12
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