Saucony Brand Ambassador

ThirdChannel • Columbus, OH

1d • $40 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

Saucony is seeking a Brand Ambassador to represent its running footwear at DICK'S House of Sport in Columbus, Ohio. The ambassador serves as a Saucony expert for the store's footwear team, educating associates about product technology, performance benefits, and the brand story; maintaining the Saucony presentation; engaging shoppers; helping keep product available on the sales floor; and reporting store insights through the ThirdChannel app. The role involves setting and following a monthly visit schedule for stores in the ambassador's area. Work can begin after completion of ThirdChannel/Saucony onboarding, contingent on a background check. This is an independent contractor (1099) role starting at $40 per hour, based on location and prior experience.

Requirements

• Genuine passion for running.
• Retail expertise in footwear or athletic retail, including familiarity with the sales floor, back room, and store teams.
• Ability to explain product details as simple, memorable takeaways for store teams.
• Ability to build rapport with associates and shoppers.
• An eye for product presentation and making a brand stand out.
• Ability to plan time and solve problems independently.
• Smartphone with internet access running iOS 17.0 or later, or Android 13.0 or later.
• Completion of ThirdChannel/Saucony onboarding and a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Active involvement in the local running scene.

Responsibilities

• Educate DICK'S associates about Saucony product technology, performance benefits, and brand story.
• Maintain Saucony styles' presentation according to brand standards and help them stand out on the footwear wall.
• Engage with shoppers and suggest Saucony styles alongside products they are already considering.
• Flag stock-outs and help move backstock onto the sales floor.
• Submit visit reports through the ThirdChannel app, including before-and-after photos and a short written summary.
• Set and follow a monthly visit schedule for stores in the assigned area.

Benefits

• Saucony footwear and apparel to wear on visits.
• Access to Saucony's ExpertVoice courses and product discounts.
• Opportunity to deepen expertise in performance footwear, merchandising, and retail.
• Set your own schedule and coordinate visit times with the store.

What This Job Offers

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