Field Service Representative

VF Corporation

. Activate the Altra brand across the territory through authentic connections, thoughtful activations, and hands-on support .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • Michigan • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building relationships with retailers and executing marketing strategies to enhance brand presence. Proficient in delivering product education and managing community engagement initiatives within the running and outdoor sectors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Specialty Retail ExperienceMarketing ExperienceTechnical Footwear SalesStrong Communication SkillsCommunity Engagement

ATS Keywords

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Product EducationMerchandising ActivationsField ReportingSales Floor SupportMarket Trend Insights

Soft Skills

Organization SkillsTime Management SkillsProactive MindsetSelf-Starter Attitude

Tools & Technologies

Field Service SystemsReporting Tools

Industry Keywords

Running CommunityOutdoor IndustryRetail AdvocacyProduct TrialLoyalty Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Activate the Altra brand across the territory through authentic connections, thoughtful activations, and hands-on support
Build relationships with retailers through in-person visits, demos, and sales floor support
Deliver product education to retail staff and consumers
Create excitement through local partnerships, run clubs, events, and community engagement
Execute merchandising and promotional activations
Represent Altra at local and select national races, events, and expos
Partner with Sales Representatives and cross-functional teams on go-to-market plans
Share product feedback, consumer behavior, and market trend insights
Maintain field reporting and manage field assets, travel, and expenses
Grow relationships and brand presence in the territory
Support retail advocacy, community awareness, product trial, loyalty, territory performance, and service-plan execution
Learn the Altra product line, retailer and community activation best practices, and Field Service systems and tools

Requirements

What you’ll need

1+ year of specialty retail experience (run or outdoor preferred)
2+ years in marketing, sales, or a customer-facing field role
Experience fitting and selling technical footwear
Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
Ability to work independently while staying connected to a broader team
Proactive, self-starter mindset with a passion for the running and outdoor community
Familiarity with Altra products is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Additional compensation awards may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential
Benefits programs, including medical plans
Reasonable accommodations during the application process for qualified individuals