[Remote] Running Tech Rep (Remote - Ohio)

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. PUMA Group is a global sports brand known for its performance and lifestyle products. They are seeking a Running Tech Rep to drive sales and increase brand awareness within specialty and sporting goods, while building strong relationships with retail partners and educating them on PUMA technology.


Responsibilities

  • 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
  • Utilize sales data to look for areas of brand growth
  • Educate retail partners and consumers on PUMA technology; train 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 exciting running events in person and virtually to help increase sales and brand awareness in key territories
  • Work cross-functionally with the sales, marketing, merchandising and footwear and apparel product teams within 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

Skills

  • 3+ years of experience in retail, sales, events, marketing, or customer service
  • Knowledge and passion for running, products, and industry trends
  • Genuine enthusiasm for the running community and culture
  • Strong presentation, public speaking, and interpersonal skills (in-person & virtual)
  • Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and highly organized
  • Collaborative team player with the ability to adapt in fast-paced environments
  • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Willingness to travel up to 75%
  • Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle required
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Running retail experience preferred

Benefits

  • Bonus
  • Benefits

Company Overview

  • PUMA is one of the world’s leading sports brands, designing, developing, selling and marketing footwear, apparel and accessories. It was founded in 1948, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Bayern, DEU, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://us.puma.com/.

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