Sporting Fashion & Goods
Running Tech Rep (Remote Northern CA)
Mid Level
Germany
in office
Full time
Job description
About the Role
Supports the expansion of PUMA's Run CATS program in North America, a team of Tech Reps responsible for driving running programming at a hyper-local level. The Run CATS act as key regional point people and the eyes and ears for the brand in their territories, working with specialty and sporting goods accounts and partners. The role focuses on educating partners and consumers on PUMA running product and marketing, motivating staff, facilitating in-store and community running events, and using field insight to support sales and brand growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Own your territory to help drive sales and grow brand awareness at specialty and sporting goods accounts.
- Build strong relationships with accounts and partners, understanding their business and customer priorities to grow the brand.
- Serve as an expert in PUMA running product and marketing.
- Use sales data to identify areas for brand growth.
- Educate retail partners and consumers on PUMA technology, training store associates on product details, features, and benefits.
- Develop creative ways to engage and motivate partners to keep PUMA Running front of mind.
- Create and execute new running events in person and virtually to increase sales and brand awareness in key territories.
- Work cross-functionally with sales, marketing, merchandising, and footwear and apparel product teams to streamline communications and planning.
- Represent PUMA at marketing events such as expos and races at local and national levels.
- Complete weekly and monthly reports to track progress, PUMA's growth, and field consumer feedback.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Excellent presentation, public speaking, and interpersonal skills in person and virtually.
- Knowledge of and passion for running, products, and industry trends.
- Entrepreneurial and self-motivated.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Collaborative team player with the ability to adapt in fast-paced environments.
- Ability to pivot quickly and react to a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Travel is required up to 75% of the time.
- Valid Driver's Licence in good standing.
- Working and reliable vehicle.
Preferred Skills
- Bachelor's degree.
- 3+ years of retail, sales, event, marketing, or customer service experience.
- Running retail experience.
Workplace
- Territory-based role.
Salary
- $70,304 - $75,500 Base pay, plus bonus and benefits.
- Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Benefits & Perks
- Bonus.
- Benefits (Benefit Summary Corporate).
The Application Process
Every application is reviewed by real people committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity; no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions, though AI may support isolated organisational steps such as scheduling interviews.
- Apply online and upload your application.
About the Company
PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide. PUMA looks for SPEED & SPIRIT in candidates, defined by values that inspire employees to be driven in performance, vibrant in sporting legacy, and together in team spirit, while letting individual talent and experience shine.
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