Technical Representative (Gothenburg, Sweden)

Who We Are:
At Brooks, we believe a run can change a day, a life, the world. Everyone who works here is a key part of our obsession to make the best running gear on the planet. We want our business — which also happens to be our passion — to be a place where everyone feels welcome and comfortable being themselves. Our company culture defines us, bonds us together, and drives our success. We live this culture daily through our brand values: Runner First, Word is Bond, Champion Heart, There is no “I” in Run, and Keep Moving. This means we always solve for the runner, do what we say we will, give it our all, are generous with our humanity, and find a way to keep moving every day, because joy is kinetic.
Are you ready to help create something extraordinary? Your Job:
As a Brooks Technical Representative, you will lead and execute the 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.
Your Responsibilities:

• Drive product sell-thru in retail.
• Lead the overall field support efforts for Brooks at all retail accounts located within the territory.
• Support the Sales and Marketing teams with product launches, in-store merchandising, and innovative grassroots programs at all accounts.
• Work with Sales and Marketing on the success of sell-thru programs/in-store promotions; all Tech Reps are accountable for an established sell-thru number for a pre-determined store base within their respective territory.
• Educate and motivate the retailer, consumer, and all key points of contact about Brooks technology and product leadership via product seminars and clinics.
• Be the eyes and ears of the brand and communicate our brand positioning, competitors, and potential competitor’s activity. It is essential to work closely with your respective Sales Manager/Rep to highlight any issues/challenges/ successes.
• Provide feedback and analysis to measure effectiveness of product initiatives and sales strategies.
• Handle At-Once orders with agreed Retailers.
• Represent Brooks at running events, fairs and expos (for example Park Run) including branding, set-up, breakdown, distribution of collateral, interaction with consumers, shoe count and product trial.
• Maintain appearance of leased company vehicle and all Brooks equipment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/Sales/Retail Management preferred or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• 1+ years of retail experience (Athletic Specialty preferred).
• 2+ years of Marketing/Sales experience within the sports industry preferred.
• Highly motivated and energetic with an enthusiastic attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating effective listening through concise, clear verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of performance athletic footwear/apparel/accessories and their related technologies.
• Knowledge of the biomechanics of human motion and injury prevention basics highly preferred
• Basic knowledge of retail math, inventory management, product merchandising and retail selling skills
• Strong organizational skills such as managing a calendar, contacts, and a budget.
• Works well independently, as well as within a team
• Passionate participation in Brooks’ sports activities a plus, overridden by the ability to understand and empathize with the runner in order to develop loyal, engaging relationships with our customers and the Brooks community.
• Understanding of the territory’s local running community (events, clubs, coaches, specialty retailers).
• Extensive travel required; able and willing to work weekends and extended hours as required. Must show proof of good driving record upon request.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Swedish and business English
• Embraces and lives the Brooks values!

By submitting this application, you expressly make the following representations and warranties and give your consents as described below:
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Brooks Sports, Inc. does not disclose your personal data to unauthorized third parties. However, as a global corporation consisting of multiple affiliated companies in various countries, Brooks Sports, Inc. has international sites and Brooks Sports, Inc. uses resources located throughout the world. Brooks Sports, Inc. may from time to time also use third parties to act on Brooks Sports, Inc.s behalf. You agree to the fact that to the extent necessary your personal data may be transferred and/or disclosed to any company within Brooks Sports, Inc. group of companies as well as to third parties acting on Brooks Sports, Inc.s behalf, including also transfers to servers and databases outside the country where you provided Brooks Sports, Inc. with your personal data. Such transfers may include for example transfers and/or disclosures outside the European Economic Area and in the United States of America.
At Brooks, we celebrate diversity & equity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills to apply. Brooks is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, two-spirit identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), honorable discharge or military status, protected citizen status, actual or perceived victims of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, HIV or Hepatitis C infection, political ideology, use of a trained guide dog by a person with a disability, or on any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, or any other non-merit based factors.