Retail Running Ambassador

House of Sport by DICK'S Sporting Goods is more than just a store. It is a destination, an experience, a place where athletes can experiment and play.  A retail store devoted to sport where our community can gather and be inspired. We are fundamentally changing retail by elevating these experiences, delivering first in class service, obsessing over our athletes, inspiring our teammates, and challenging retail norms. 

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping athletes to achieve their dreams.

If you are ready to obsess over the athlete and make a difference in your community, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

The run ambassador is a technically focused role that is centered around providing a differentiated athlete experience specifically to runners. This individual will pull from personal experiences and industry research / trends to provide strong product recommendations to athletes.

• Conducts assessment of an athlete’s foot movements (i.e. Gait Analysis) and in turn recommends appropriate running products.

• Translates / aligns product technology to the athlete’s needs and preferences, contributing to the athlete’s overall running experience.

• Ensures product recommendations benefit / align with the athlete’s running goals.

• Pulls from personal experiences to recommend runner best practices / suggestions (i.e. warm up and cool down techniques, running improvement plans, running form, stretches, etc.).

• Fully outfits athletes with appropriate footwear and workout accessories from head to toe.

• Creates a tailored consultative experience in order to provide unparalleled customer service; adapting sales
  style appropriately.

• Partners with store teammates, within the store and surrounding areas, by regularly sharing general running concepts and/or utilizing training materials to educate others on new product releases, technology, etc.

• Maintains merchandise presentation standards and signage of Footwear Department to Company standards as directed.

• Adheres to established policies and procedures related to safety, loss prevention and standard operating procedures.

• Takes an all-hands-on-deck approach to support the team across the stores.

• Performs other tasks as assigned by management. 

TEAMMATE TRAITS:

Our traits set the bar as to what great teammates look like. They define the behaviors that can drive our business while ensuring a great teammate and athlete experience. Here are the traits we look for in our store teammates:

• Ensures Accountability

• Customer-Focus

• Collaborative

• Instills Trust

• Decision-Quality/Decision-Making Abilities

• Action-Oriented

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-3 years of Retail or Footwear experience preferred, but not required