Running Tech Rep - Boston Market

PUMA North America, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits

Travel flexibility

Job summary

PUMA North America, Inc. is seeking a results-driven sales specialist to own a territory, grow brand presence, and train retail partners on PUMA running products.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze sales data, and develop events to boost awareness. This role requires strong presentation skills, retail experience, and up to 75% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 3+ years in retail, sales, event, marketing, or customer service.
• Excellent presentation, public speaking and interpersonal skills.
• Running retail experience preferred.
• Knowledge and passion for running, products, and industry trends.
• Entrepreneurial and self-motivated.
• Excellent time management and adaptability.
• Collaborative team player in fast-paced environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Willing to travel up to 75%.

Responsibilities

• Own your territory to drive sales and grow brand awareness.
• Build strong relationships with accounts and understand their business and customers.
• Be an expert in PUMA running—product & marketing.
• Utilize sales data to identify growth opportunities for the brand.
• Educate retail partners and store associates on product details and benefits.
• Develop creative ways to engage partners and keep PUMA Running front of mind.
• Create and execute running events in person and virtually to increase sales.
• Work cross-functionally with sales, marketing, merchandising and product teams.
• Represent PUMA at marketing events locally and nationally.
• Complete weekly and monthly reports to track progress and field feedback.

Skills

Presentation skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Retail experience

Teamwork

Time management

Adaptability

Microsoft Office

Travel ready

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and to let our individual talent and experience shine.

YOUR MISSION

• Own your territory to help drive sales and grow brand awareness at specialty and sporting goods
• Build strong relationships with your accounts and work closely with them to grow the brand by understanding their business and what is important to them and their customers
• Be an expert in all things PUMA running—product & marketing
• Utilization of sales data to look for areas of brand growth
• Educate retail partners and consumers on PUMA technology: Responsible for training store associates on all product details, features & benefits
• Develop creative ways to engage with and motivate our partners to keep PUMA Running front of mind
• Create and execute new and exciting running events in person and virtually to help increase sales and brand awareness in key territories
• Work cross-functionally with the sales, marketing, merchandising and footwear and apparel product teams within PUMA to streamline communications & planning
• Represent PUMA at marketing events such as expos & races at both the local and national level
• Complete weekly & monthly reports to track both your progress, PUMA’s growth, and report back from the field with consumer feedback

YOUR TALENT

• Bachelor’s degree preferred 3+ years Retail, sales, event, marketing, or customer service experience preferred
• Excellent presentation, public speaking & interpersonal skills both in person and virtually
• Running retail experience preferred
• Knowledge and passion for running, products, and industry trends
• Entrepreneurial & self-motivated
• Excellent time management skills
• Collaborative team player with the ability to adapt in fast-paced environments
• Ability to pivot on a dime and react to a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft applications: Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Travel is required up to 75% of the time
• The hiring range base pay for this position is $47,200-$62,765 + Bonus + Benefits (Benefit Summary Corporate).
• Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience.

To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions.

Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability.

We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews.

These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process.

We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically.

Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers.

The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.

PUMA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

It is the policy of PUMA to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran-status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

For additional information, please contact: [e-mail]

At PUMA, we are in constant pursuit of faster. That extends beyond our support of the fastest athletes in the world.

We also work to be fast in how we adapt to and connect with the constantly changing world around us.

Through innovative design, iconic footwear and apparel, and authentic partnerships, we aim to always push what’s next in both sport and culture.

PUMA supports over 21,000 employees across 120+ countries.

The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.