Fleet Feet Sports
Our Company
At Fleet Feet Chicago, we believe that
running changes everything . For over 25 years, we have curated and created products, programs, and experiences that inspire and empower runners in the Chicagoland area. We believe it’s a privilege to serve and remain committed to delivering unmatched service and support when outfitting customers with the gear they need to be successful in their active endeavors. We like to keep things high‑spirited, fast‑paced, and fun. We don’t mind wearing more than a few hats and stepping in to help out wherever is needed. Our team is a group of knowledgeable and hardworking individuals who work, sweat and live passionately. We run together to solve a problem, reach a goal, get inspired, and champion our brand each day. We are in full pursuit to find passionate people to join us on our quest and bring our core values to life.
Joining Fleet Feet Chicago is joining a team and a community that ignites and promotes running and fitness. We pride ourselves in putting people first and know that what we do each day does not happen anywhere else, for staff or customers. We truly believe that running changes everything.
Overview The
Outside Sales Coordinator
is responsible for supporting the relationship building, planning and execution of outside sales opportunities. Main categories of focus include: hospitals and hospital systems, corporations and wellness organizations who are looking for the ability to outfit their staff or clients on their premises.
What you'll do:
Work with Outside Sales Manager to identify and generate sales opportunity leads within the greater Chicagoland area
Ensure a Fleet Feet fit experience is being maintained at outside (off‑site) selling events
Create and plan assortments based on sales projections and opportunities
Manage and balance inventory before and after sales events
Collaborate with operations team to ensure all vehicles, materials and product are being properly maintained and inventoried
Support all Fleet Feet initiatives, activities and functions
Work schedule will be based upon the demands of the business. In a typical week, this position will work 1-2 days out of the business office and 3-4 days off‑site or at the distribution center based on sales opportunities being scheduled. In addition, during key company events additional time in the retail stores and/or offsite will be required
Qualifications
Strong business acumen and retail industry knowledge, preferred
Strong ability to coach and influence without direct authority
Ability to think strategically about issues and opportunities to properly assess impacts
Problem‑solver who enjoys challenges and takes pride in creating the right solution
Excellent communicator with the ability to listen and adapt
Communicate professionally with team members and vendors
Builds and maintains trust by using sound judgment
Collaborative and customer‑centric
Willing to go above and beyond when needed
Live an active lifestyle
Valid driver’s license
Frequent moderate to heavy (20‑50+ lb) lifting and carrying, bending and reaching overhead may be required
Travel, including overnight stays, required
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance provided the first month
401k (pre/post tax options) after 1‑year anniversary with 4% employer match and immediate vesting
Paid Time Off & Sick Time Off
Employee/Vendor Discounts
Training Program Discounts
Fleet Feet franchisees operate as independent business owners. If you apply and are hired at a Franchise location, you would be an employee of that Fleet Feet franchisee and not an employee of the Fleet Feet Corporation. We have opportunities within both our franchise locations and our Fleet Feet Corporation.
We are an equal opportunity employer and believe having diverse teams in which everyone brings their whole self to Fleet Feet is key to our success. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. That is why we prioritize diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices, our culture, and our engagement with the community.
Additional Requirements - Hours of work for this position may vary based on work schedule. Position requires moving around for periods of 2-4 hours without a rest break task sequencing, and using point‑of‑sale computers. Occasional moderate to heavy (10-25+ lb) lifting and carrying, bending and reaching overhead may be required. Work environment includes substantial communication with customers, working in a retail environment with product displays and stockroom with inventory, and potentially slippery surfaces.
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running changes everything . For over 25 years, we have curated and created products, programs, and experiences that inspire and empower runners in the Chicagoland area. We believe it’s a privilege to serve and remain committed to delivering unmatched service and support when outfitting customers with the gear they need to be successful in their active endeavors. We like to keep things high‑spirited, fast‑paced, and fun. We don’t mind wearing more than a few hats and stepping in to help out wherever is needed. Our team is a group of knowledgeable and hardworking individuals who work, sweat and live passionately. We run together to solve a problem, reach a goal, get inspired, and champion our brand each day. We are in full pursuit to find passionate people to join us on our quest and bring our core values to life.
Joining Fleet Feet Chicago is joining a team and a community that ignites and promotes running and fitness. We pride ourselves in putting people first and know that what we do each day does not happen anywhere else, for staff or customers. We truly believe that running changes everything.
Overview The
Outside Sales Coordinator
is responsible for supporting the relationship building, planning and execution of outside sales opportunities. Main categories of focus include: hospitals and hospital systems, corporations and wellness organizations who are looking for the ability to outfit their staff or clients on their premises.
What you'll do:
Work with Outside Sales Manager to identify and generate sales opportunity leads within the greater Chicagoland area
Ensure a Fleet Feet fit experience is being maintained at outside (off‑site) selling events
Create and plan assortments based on sales projections and opportunities
Manage and balance inventory before and after sales events
Collaborate with operations team to ensure all vehicles, materials and product are being properly maintained and inventoried
Support all Fleet Feet initiatives, activities and functions
Work schedule will be based upon the demands of the business. In a typical week, this position will work 1-2 days out of the business office and 3-4 days off‑site or at the distribution center based on sales opportunities being scheduled. In addition, during key company events additional time in the retail stores and/or offsite will be required
Qualifications
Strong business acumen and retail industry knowledge, preferred
Strong ability to coach and influence without direct authority
Ability to think strategically about issues and opportunities to properly assess impacts
Problem‑solver who enjoys challenges and takes pride in creating the right solution
Excellent communicator with the ability to listen and adapt
Communicate professionally with team members and vendors
Builds and maintains trust by using sound judgment
Collaborative and customer‑centric
Willing to go above and beyond when needed
Live an active lifestyle
Valid driver’s license
Frequent moderate to heavy (20‑50+ lb) lifting and carrying, bending and reaching overhead may be required
Travel, including overnight stays, required
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance provided the first month
401k (pre/post tax options) after 1‑year anniversary with 4% employer match and immediate vesting
Paid Time Off & Sick Time Off
Employee/Vendor Discounts
Training Program Discounts
Fleet Feet franchisees operate as independent business owners. If you apply and are hired at a Franchise location, you would be an employee of that Fleet Feet franchisee and not an employee of the Fleet Feet Corporation. We have opportunities within both our franchise locations and our Fleet Feet Corporation.
We are an equal opportunity employer and believe having diverse teams in which everyone brings their whole self to Fleet Feet is key to our success. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. That is why we prioritize diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices, our culture, and our engagement with the community.
Additional Requirements - Hours of work for this position may vary based on work schedule. Position requires moving around for periods of 2-4 hours without a rest break task sequencing, and using point‑of‑sale computers. Occasional moderate to heavy (10-25+ lb) lifting and carrying, bending and reaching overhead may be required. Work environment includes substantial communication with customers, working in a retail environment with product displays and stockroom with inventory, and potentially slippery surfaces.
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