Guru Field Representative - Calgary, Alberta (Prairies)

Brooks Running • Calgary, AB

70d

About The Position

This position will cover the Prairies within Calgary, AB territories.

As a Brooks Guru, you will lead Brooks’ field support strategy in all distribution channels located within your respective territory to increase market share and sell-through at retail, amplify Brooks' product leadership, and build recognition, awareness, and loyalty for the brand.

Check out the @brooksguruinsider on Instagram to get an idea of the day to day of a Brooks Guru.
You will be required to live within 48km of the designated territory. Please note this may vary slightly according to the city, region

Requirements

• 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, 2+ years preferred
• 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 23kg and stand for long periods of time
• Extensive travel required; able and willing to work weekends and extended hours as needed
• Must have own vehicle and must show proof of good driving record upon request.
• Must show proof of good driving record upon request.

Nice To Haves

• Outdoor, Sports or Athletic industry experience highly preferred
• Knowledge of the biomechanics of human motion and injury prevention basics highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall field support efforts for Brooks at both Specialty and Big Box accounts located within the territory
• 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
• Build and maintain relationships with local run crews and fitness studios, engaging runners and promoting the brand and product.
• Responsible for utilizing and maintaining a yearly product seeding and corporate card budget, completing expense reports monthly
• Maintain appearance and functionality of all Brooks equipment

Benefits

• Guru Benefits - including cell phone allowance, internet reimbursement, & storage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level