Running Tech Rep (Remote – South California)

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<div class="isg-job-description“>YOUR MISSION

PUMA is one of the fastest growing and most exciting running brands in the world and we are looking to expand the Run CATS program in North America. This team of Tech Reps is responsible for driving our running programming at a hyper-local level. We are looking for fast-paced individuals who have a passion for PUMA, running and life. Someone who can bring their knowledge of running to key PUMA accounts & partners in order to best educate on new product launches, motivate staff to drive sales, facilitate in-store events as well as plan and organize community running events. The Run CATS will be seen as the key point people at the regional level and will be the eyes & ears for the brand in their respective territories.

• Own your territory to help drive sales and grow brand awareness at specialty and sporting goods
• Build strong relationships with your accounts and work closely with them to grow the brand by understanding their business and what is important to them and their customers
• Be an expert in all things PUMA running-product & marketing
• Utilization of sales data to look for areas of brand growth
• Educate retail partners and consumers on PUMA technology: Responsible for training store associates on all product details, features & benefits
• Develop creative ways to engage with and motivate our partners to keep PUMA Running front of mind
• Create and execute new and excitingrunningevents in person and virtually to help increase sales and brand awareness in key territories
• Work cross-functionally withthe sales, marketing, merchandising and footwear and apparel product teamswithin PUMA to streamline communications & planning
• Represent PUMA at marketing events such as expos & races at both the local and national level
• Complete weekly & monthly reports to track both your progress, PUMA’s growth, and report back from the field with consumer feedback

YOUR TALENT

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3+ years Retail, sales, event, marketing, or customer service experience preferred
• Excellent presentation, public speaking & interpersonal skills both in person and virtually
• Running retail experience preferred
• Knowledge and passion for running, products, and industry trends
• Entrepreneurial & self-motivated
• Excellent time management skills
• Collaborative team player with the ability to adapt in fast-paced environments
• Ability to pivot on a dime and react to a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft applications: Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Travel is required up to 75% of the time
• Valid Driver’s License in good standing
• Working and reliable vehicle

The hiring range base pay for this position is $47,200-$62,765 + Bonus + Benefits

(Benefit Summary Corporate)

Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your Application.

PUMA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of PUMA to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran-status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

For additional information, please contact: us-hrrecruiter@puma.com

 

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