Remote Field Specialist — Running Brand

Altra; Manchester; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

VF employee benefits

Discount on VF brands

Job summary

Altra Running UK is seeking a motivated Technical Representative to support our retail partners in the North of England and West of Scotland, with a primary focus on Manchester and Liverpool. The role includes training, product expertise, event support and community engagement, with a company car provided.

You will work with podiatrists, physiotherapists and other medical professionals to promote our footwear and grow brand presence across the region, traveling as needed and driving sales

Qualifications

• Experience in retail, field support, or technical representation.
• Strong passion for running and knowledge of running footwear.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, well-organized and independent.
• Willingness to travel and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging product training to retail staff in-store and outdoors.
• Act as regional product expert and liaison between Altra, sales reps and retailers.
• Build and maintain relationships with retail partners to support store teams.
• Ensure high-quality in-store brand presentation through merchandising and POS.
• Represent Altra at trade shows, store openings and consumer events.
• Engage with podiatrists, physiotherapists and medical professionals promoting footwear.
• Lead community engagement and support brand ambassadors.
• Provide regular reports, manage budgets and maintain company equipment and vehicles.

Skills

Retail/field support

Communication

Relationship building

Travel willingness

Running footwear knowledge

Job description

Altra Running UK is seeking a motivated Technical Representative to support our retail partners in the North of England and West of Scotland, with a primary focus on Manchester and Liverpool. The role includes training, product expertise, event support and community engagement, with a company car provided.

You will work with podiatrists, physiotherapists and other medical professionals to promote our footwear and grow brand presence across the region, traveling as needed and driving sales