Responsibilities

• Perform retail training sessions, brand talks and other community events for the Vibram brand and its partners.
• Educate consumers, retailers and industry professionals about Vibram products, technologies and sustainability efforts, fostering brand loyalty and advocacy in the Pacific Northwest region.
• Partner with regional retail accounts to promote sell-through of Vibram product at retail by initiating and planning retail promotions, product merchandising opportunities and in-store events with our brand partners.
• Develop a deep understanding of the local retail market. Communicate effectively with the greater marketing team to update on regional retail market landscape, reporting on a weekly and monthly cadence.
• Collaborate with key marketing team members to execute merchandising and POP strategies at partner retail locations, serving as an expert of local retail marketing opportunities at partner accounts.
• Plan and execute marketing events, training sessions, brand partner visits and other events at the Portland Lab.
• Manage the local calendar of events and lead internal communication about the Portland Lab, providing updates and post-event reports.
• Engage with the local community and footwear industry by attending events and networking with local start-ups and organizations.
• Collaborate with local organization to create original event programming in the Portland Lab, fostering a vibrant community of local Vibram brand fans.
• Work with members of the Vibram marketing team to promote events through social media, email and printed communication, utilizing project management software to brief projects effectively.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-3 years of retail, event management and / or marketing experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications / marketing is preferred.
• Excellent written and speaking skills. Must be comfortable with public speaking, particularly with a training mindset.
• Have a passion for service and delivering an exceptional experience for guests and new clients.
• You seek the best (not necessarily the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to detail.
• Knowledge of the footwear / fashion industry is a major plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving ability.
• Efficient with Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Excel, etc.).
• Must possess a valid Oregon driver’s license and have reliable transportation.
• 40 hours / week

Preferred

Benefits

• Vibram is a dynamic, growth-focused company seeking team members who are ready to grow alongside us. We offer a competitive total rewards package, a relaxed and collaborative work environment, and an energizing culture that supports continuous learning and professional development.