Technical Representative, UK

The Brooks Technical Representative will lead field support efforts, educate retailers and consumers about Brooks technology and product leadership, and provide feedback and analysis to measure effectiveness of product initiatives and sales strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or related field 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.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, demonstrating effective listening through concise, clear verbal and written communication.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills that inspire and build trust resulting in effective working relationships across the company.
• Keen attention to detail in planning, organization and execution of tasks, while still seeing the big picture and understanding how all of the pieces fit together and affect one another.
• Ability to anticipate how a decision made can affect our customers, our partners, our products or other departments' operations and/or morale; 'connecting the dots.'
• Demonstration of innovation and initiative – always looking at improving our products and processes while also displaying a willingness to dive into the details and help out wherever necessary.
• 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.
• Basic knowledge of retail math, inventory management, product merchandising and retail selling skills.
• Knowledge of performance athletic footwear/apparel/accessories and their related technologies.
• Knowledge of the biomechanics of human motion; understanding of injury prevention basics.
• Understanding of the territory's local running community (events, clubs, coaches, specialty retailers).
• Drivers license is mandatory and must show proof of good driving record upon request.
• Embraces and lives the Brooks values!

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer
• Benefits include
• Competitive salary range: £28.39 - £32.65 per year