Guru Field Representative – Los Angeles

Your 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, 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 of leased company vehicle and all Brooks equipment

Qualifications:

• BA or BS degree in Marketing/Sales/Retail Management or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2 years Marketing/Sales experience within the sports industry preferred
• 1+ years retail experience at an Outdoor or Athletic industry preferred
• Highly motivated with a hardworking attitude and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills are a must
• Works well independently, as well as within a team
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Basic knowledge of retail math, inventory management, product merchandising and retail selling skills
• Knowledge of performance athletic footwear/run bras/apparel/accessories and their related technologies
• Knowledge of the biomechanics of human motion; understanding of injury prevention basics
• Ability to understand the sport of running and empathize with runners to develop authentic relationships at retail and the Brooks Community.
• Extensive travel required; able and willing to work weekends and extended hours as required
• Ability to strategically use an annual budget that benefits the territory and brand.
• Must show proof of good driving record upon request
• To be considered for this position, you must be willing to live within an agreed upon radius of the sales territory you support.