Field Guide - North Germany

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Schweinfurt, Bayern
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SRAM is a manufacturer of innovative bicycle components that was founded in Chicago, Illinois, in September of 1987.
The Role
The Field Guide for North Germany will increase SRAM retail sales by educating retailers and promoting the brand through community events. Responsibilities include executing retail activations, building relationships with key retailers, providing product tests, and supporting brand messaging. The role requires frequent travel and strong communication skills.
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Overview
Increase SRAM retail sales through product education, brand promotion and community events in the assigned territory.
Responsibilities

  • Execute Retail activations around new product introductions and inline product ranges to support Aftermarket and OE SRAM Sales
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships and partnerships with key retailers, SRAM OE and AM customer's sales reps to grow sustainable SRAM sales and build community
  • Educate key retailers, Distributor and OEM Reps on SRAM and associated brand products
  • Visit and maintain relationships with targeted Retailers (30 to 50) in your region
  • Provide test, seeding products to customers for shop / customer rides
  • Support brand and retail messaging via in shop branding
  • Perform live and recorded webinars
  • Focuses on how to promote SRAM, engage with communities and ultimately increase SRAM Sales


Qualifications

  • Degree in business, marketing or sales or equivalent experience
  • 3 years professional experience within the outdoor and/or bicycle industry, with a focus on retail marketing/sales or similar
  • Extensive knowledge of SRAM products and its competitors
  • Great at interacting with people and being able to easily build trust as the foundation to sustaining relationships
  • Genuine interest and curiosity about customers' business needs and creative thinking about how we can support them
  • Proficient communication skills - written, oral and live in front of an audience and a camera
  • Experience with key digital marketing channels, including but not limited to Social Media and E-mail Marketing
  • Proficient MS Office knowledge, knowledge in video editing is a plus
  • Can build his/her own bikes: Road and MTB
  • German native speaker, and very good level of English required
  • Must reside within territory
  • Ability to travel up to 60-70% of the time, mostly within territory
  • Flexible travel and work weekends at times to support customer needs
  • Solution-driven, organized and ability to follow clear tasks and objectives to reach organizational targets
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time as needed
  • Ability to ride different types of bikes well: MTB, Road, Gravel


About SRAM
SRAM LLC is one of the world's largest suppliers of components to the bike industry. Established in Chicago in 1987, SRAM continues to promote cycling through its products, its advocacy, and its employees who are dedicated to improving the cycling experience. Today, SRAM employs more than 5,000+ employees, in 20+ locations, across 10+ countries. SRAM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
3,800 Employees
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Year Founded: 1987

What We Do

Founded in Chicago in 1987 by Stan Day, SRAM, LLC has grown to be one of the world's largest bicycle component manufacturers. Today, we are led by CEO, Ken Lousberg, and Stan Day serves as Chairman of our Board. SRAM’s global footprint helps us bring cycling to every corner of the globe, including your local roads and trails.

We design and manufacture bicycle components, including shifters, derailleurs, brakes, chains, suspension, and power meters. Our components are used by bicycle manufacturers, distributors, and bicycle retailers.

Read the full history of SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/company/about/history

Why Work With Us

SRAM’s success is due to the hard work, passion, and commitment of our team members around the world. A respectful workplace where we strive for a diverse and inclusive environment and all people feel welcome. We offer benefit programs that encourage well-being and support in all aspects of team members’ lives.

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