Saucony Brand Ambassador

ThirdChannel • Freehold, NJ

2d • $40 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

Saucony is seeking a Brand Ambassador to represent its running footwear at DICK'S House of Sport in Freehold, New Jersey. The Brand Ambassador serves as a Saucony expert for the store's footwear team, explaining product technology, performance benefits, and the brand story while building relationships with associates and shoppers. The role includes maintaining Saucony's presentation standards, helping products stand out on the footwear wall, flagging stock-outs, and supporting the movement of backstock to the sales floor.

The Brand Ambassador establishes a monthly visit rhythm for stores in their area and submits visit reports through the ThirdChannel app, including before-and-after photos and a short written summary. Work may begin after completion of ThirdChannel/Saucony onboarding, contingent on a background check. This is an independent contractor (1099) position paying $40 per hour, based on location and prior experience.

Requirements

• Genuine passion for running.
• Retail expertise in footwear or athletic retail, including familiarity with sales floors, back rooms, and store teams.
• Ability to explain product details in simple, memorable ways to 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.
• A 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 the Saucony product presentation according to brand standards and ensure featured styles stand out on the footwear wall.
• Engage shoppers on the sales floor and suggest Saucony styles alongside products they are considering.
• Flag stock-outs and help bring backstock to 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 ExpertVoice courses and product discounts.
• Opportunity to deepen expertise in performance footwear, merchandising, and retail.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed