Retail Marketing Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

We believe Running Changes Everything . If you believe that, too, we want to talk. With a locally-owned presence in Birmingham for over 18 years, Fleet Feet Birmingham is part of the largest collection of running retailers in the country. Catering to more than runners, we pride ourselves on having an inclusive environment! We believe it’s a privilege to serve and to deliver unmatched service and support when outfitting every customer. We like to keep things high-spirited, fast-paced and fun, wearing more than a few hats and stepping in to help out wherever it’s needed. We run together to solve problems, reach goals, encourage others and champion our brand. We are always in pursuit of hardworking people to join our quest and bring our core values to life.

Responsibilities

As the Marketing Manager of Fleet Feet Birmingham, you will focus on (1) outreach, (2) partnerships, (3) events, (4) recapping marketing efforts, and (5) leading marketing communication via newsletters, social media, and other digital platforms.

We are seeking candidates who can manage multiple moving parts and have some prior marketing experience. This will require efficiently managing time and projects, and balancing both marketing and sales floor responsibilities optimally. The Marketing Manager will be required to work the sales floor a minimum of 15 hours per week, which could change based on business needs. This role requires a flexible schedule that may change from week to week and could include mornings, days, evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

This individual should possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and be self-motivated and detail-orientated in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment. They should be professional and timely in their internal and external communication with customers, community partners, professional contacts, and their teammates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or related field
• Prior experience with marketing communications & graphic design including creating email newsletters and content posts for Instagram, Facebook, & Tik Tok
• Strong attention to detail & time management skills
• Prior experience with Canva design tool
• Builds and maintains trust from staff, customers, and the community by using good judgment
• Ability to lead and direct others
• Willing to take action, level-headed, and consistent
• Supports all Fleet Feet initiatives, activities, and functions

Perks:

• High energy and fun atmosphere
• Training and advancement opportunities within the Fleet Feet brand
• Benefits including paid time off, health insurance, and optional retirement plan with employer match
• Product Discounts
• Passionate team members

Fleet Feet franchisees operate as independent business owners. If you apply and are hired at a Franchise location, you would be an employee of that Fleet Feet franchisee and not an employee of the Fleet Feet Corporation. We have opportunities within both our franchise locations and our Fleet Feet Corporation.