Altra: Field Service Representative (Michigan)

VF Corporation; Michigan; Remote; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

VF Corporation’s Altra brand is seeking a Field Service Representative to cover Michigan, with a focus on the greater Detroit area. You will engage runners and retailers, lead in-person activations, and build local partnerships to grow Altra’s presence in a passionate running community.

The role involves frequent field travel and remote work setup, requiring strong relationship-building and on-site merchandising skills to drive loyalty and brand presence.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of specialty retail experience (run or outdoor preferred).
• ~2+ years in marketing, sales, or a customer-facing field role.
• Proactive, self-starter mindset with passion for running/outdoor community.
• Best practices for supporting retailers, events, and community activations.
• Familiarity with Field Service systems and tools.

Responsibilities

• Activate the Altra brand across your territory through authentic connections and activations.
• Build relationships with retailers through in-person visits, demos, and on-floor support.
• Create excitement around Altra via local partnerships, clubs, events, and community engagement.
• Execute merchandising and promotional activations to elevate the in-store experience.
• Represent Altra at local races, events, and expos.
• Share insights on product feedback, consumer behavior, and market trends.

Skills

Retail experience

Sales/marketing

Field sales

Proactive mindset

Field reporting

Tools

Field Service systems

Job description

At Altra, we believe everyone deserves to feel their best when they run, and that starts with building strong, authentic connections in the communities we serve. As our Field Service Representative supporting Michigan, you'll bring this mission to life by championing the Altra brand where runners gather, train, and explore. From local run clubs to retail partnerships, you'll create meaningful experiences that inspire movement, build loyalty, and grow our presence in one of the country's most passionate running communities. You’ll be out in the field often! While this is a remote role, living in the greater Detroit area will help you stay connected to the people and places that bring the Altra brand to life.

Responsibilities

• Active the Altra brand across your territory through authentic connections, thoughtful activations, and hands‑on support.
• Build strong relationships with retailers through in‑person visits, demos, and sales floor support
• Create excitement around Altra through local partnerships, run clubs, events, and community engagement
• Execute merchandising and promotional activations that elevate the in-store experience
• Represent Altra at local and select national races, events, and expos
• Act as the eyes and ears of the brand by sharing insights on product feedback, consumer behavior, and market trends
• Maintain accurate field reporting and manage field assets, travel, and expenses with strong attention to detail
• You’ll make a measurable impact by growing both relationships and brand presence in your territory.
• Retail partners feel confident selling Altra and actively advocate for the brand
• Community engagement drives awareness, trial, and long-term loyalty
• Territory performance grows year over year, supported by strong execution of service plans
• Field activities align with business goals, timelines, and service metrics

Qualifications

• 1+ year of specialty retail experience (run or outdoor preferred)
• ~2+ years in marketing, sales, or a customer‑facing field role
• ~ A proactive, self‑starter mindset with a passion for the running and outdoor community
• ~ Best practices for supporting retailers, events, and community activations
• How to navigate and leverage Field Service systems and tools

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