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Dick's Sporting Goods Retail Run Ambassador in Woodbury, Minnesota

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, 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 salesstyle 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

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

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