Our Company
We believe
Running Changes Everything. If you believe that, too, we want to talk. With more than 280 stores and a robust e-commerce site, Fleet Feet is the largest running retailer 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 run together to solve problems, reach goals, encourage others and champion our brand.
Overview:
The
Events Manager plays a pivotal role in bringing Fleet Feet's community-focused expos and pop-up shops to life. This position oversees the full scope of expo and pop-up shop planning and execution, ensuring every detail reflects our commitment to exceptional service and brand integrity.
Reports to: Operating Partner
Full-Time (Hourly, 40 hours per week; hours may increase during event weeks)
What You'll Do:
- Event Planning and Execution: You will plan and execute pop-up shops and expo retail events from initial concept to completion, serving as a primary point of contact for logistics, communication, event set-up and tear-down.
- Cross-functional Communication: You will collaborate with store leaders, event organizers and vendors on event logistics and planning in a way that builds and maintains strong relationships and brand representation.
- Inventory and Operational Management: You will assist in the coordination of event inventory needs, including merchandise, supplies, equipment, and promotional materials.
- Brand Enthusiast: You will create welcoming, memorable experiences that bring the brand to life and connect with our customers and communities, representing the brand with professionalism, enthusiasm, and integrity.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in event planning, even operations, retail activations, trade shows, expos, or a related field
- Strong organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to balance multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Flexible and adaptable to varying work schedules, including evenings and weekends during key events throughout the year
- Physically capable of standing, walking, lifting, and carrying as the need arises
- Running industry experience is preferred.
Benefits:
"Great People Deserve Great Perks & Benefits"
- 401(k) with 4% Company Match: Available to employees aged 21+ at company-owned stores.
- Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy savings on industry-leading products and specialized training programs.
- Professional Development: Grow your career through mentorship opportunities, employee resource groups, and ongoing learning sessions designed to help you reach your full potential.
- Community Engagement: Get involved in local outreach and service initiatives that align with our purpose-driven mission.
- Inspiring Team Culture: Join supportive, passionate teammates who live the mission every day.
- Full Time Benefits: Employees working 30+ hours per week can explore our benefits summary for details on healthcare, wellness, and more.
- Part-Time Benefits: Employees working 15-29 hours per week can explore our benefits summary for details on healthcare, wellness, and more.
Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodations:
We are an equal opportunity employer and believe having diverse teams in which everyone brings their whole self to Fleet Feet is key to our success. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. That is why we value diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices, our culture, and our engagement with the community. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives.
Additional Requirements: Position requires occasional moving around with light (1-10lbs.) carrying, lifting, pushing or pulling. The position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access files, office equipment, etc. The position is mostly sedentary and requires the employee to have close visual acuity to perform job requirements. The position requires frequent communication with team members and repetitive motion with the hands, wrists and/or fingers while constantly utilizing a computer. This position is located within an office environment and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Fleet Feet utilizes E-Verify in all corporate and company-operated stores as part of the hiring process.