Community Outreach Manager

Fleet Feet; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Employee discounts

Professional development

Community outreach

Team culture

Benefits summary

Job summary

Fleet Feet is seeking a Community Outreach Manager to lead local marketing initiatives, build partnerships, and grow store engagement in Carmel, Indiana.

You will cultivate relationships with runners, clubs, schools, and local organizations, plan and execute community events, and drive customer engagement through creative partnerships and outreach programs that align with our mission to promote health and wellness.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in grassroots marketing or community outreach (retail preferred).
• Excellent communication skills in both public and team-facing environments.
• Strong multitasking, time management, and decision-making abilities.
• Comfort with digital tools such as Microsoft Office, Canva, and Google Suite.
• Ties to the local running/fitness community a plus.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and some holidays.
• Ability to travel locally for outreach and events.

Responsibilities

• Lead local marketing initiatives and campaigns.
• Foster meaningful relationships with community partners.
• Drive customer engagement through events and partnerships and store activities.

Skills

Public speaking

Event coordination

Customer engagement

Travel locally

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Google Suite

Job description

Our Company

We believeRunning Changes Everything. If you believe that, too, we want to talk. With more than 280 stores and a robust e-commerce site, Fleet Feet is the largest running retailer in the country. Catering to more than runners, we pride ourselves on having an inclusive environment! We believe it’s a privilege to serve and to deliver unmatched service and support when outfitting every customer. We run together to solve problems, reach goals, encourage others and champion our brand.

Overview

Fleet Feet is looking for a passionate, community-focused Community Outreach Manager to lead local marketing initiatives, foster meaningful relationships, and drive customer engagement through creative events and strategic partnerships. In this role, you'll play a vital part in growing our brand, acquiring new customers, and ensuring our store remains a hub for the local fitness and running community.

If you're energized by building community, making connections, and promoting health and wellness, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 4% Company Match:Available to employees aged 21+ at company-owned stores.


• Exclusive Discounts:Enjoy savings on industry-leading products and specialized training programs.


• Professional Development:Grow your career through mentorship opportunities, employee resource groups, and ongoing learning sessions designed to help you reach your full potential.


• Community Engagement:Get involved in local outreach and service initiatives that align with our purpose-driven mission.


• Inspiring Team Culture:Join supportive, passionate teammates who live the mission every day.



• Benefits Summary: For full-time employees (30+ hours/week), check out our Fleet Feet benefits summary for details on healthcare, wellness, and more.

Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodations

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe having teams in which everyone brings their whole self to Fleet Feet is key to our success. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our hiring practices, workplace culture, and community engagement.

Fleet Feet utilizes E-Verify in all corporate and company-operated stores as part of the hiring process.

Join Us

• Proven experience in grassroots marketing or community outreach (retail preferred).




• Excellent communication skills in both public and team-facing environments.




• Strong multitasking, time management, and decision-making abilities.




• Comfort with digital tools such as Microsoft Office, Canva, and Google Suite.




• Ties to the local running/fitness community a plus.




• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and some holidays.




• Ability to travel locally for outreach and events.