Running Coordinator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

About Us:

Running Lab is a locally owned run specialty store dedicated to inspiring people to move since 2011. We provide an expert footwear fitting experience, high-quality gear, and host community events that bring runners and walkers together. We’re passionate about building relationships and creating an inclusive, supportive environment for every level of fitness.

The Offsite Sales Coordinator is responsible for expanding Running Lab’s presence beyond the retail floor by developing, nurturing, and managing strategic relationships within the community. This role will represent Running Lab at offsite events, build long-lasting partnerships, and create successful sales opportunities by bringing our retail experience and vast product assortment to area businesses. This position also requires being a sales associate working the floor with our customers 3 out of 5 days a week, this changes during event weeks. 

This position requires a motivated, relationship-driven professional who is comfortable working independently, staying highly organized, and managing multiple external-facing responsibilities. The Offsite Business Coordinator will play a key role in bringing the Running Lab experience into workplaces, community organizations, events, and partner businesses.

Pay Range: Starting up to $20 per hour 

• Build and maintain strong, long-term partnerships with local businesses and organizations.
• Serve as the primary representative for Running Lab at offsite events by: scheduling, organizing, and executing meetings, presentations, and on-site selling events with partners and prospective partners.
• Identify new outreach opportunities to expand Running Lab’s footprint and community impact by providing our in-store services and expansive products to onsite selling events.
• Plan, coordinate, and staff offsite events, ensuring all materials, staffing, and logistics are properly managed.
• Track partnership activity, event metrics/sales, and communication using shared Excel or Google Sheets documents.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, operations, events) to align messaging, strategy, and goals.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism while representing Running Lab in external environments.
• Travel regularly to partner sites, events, and local organizations throughout the region.
• Ability to adapt to an evolving position
• Support the in-store schedule by working the sales floor when the offsite event schedule allows.
• Work a minimum of 15- 20 hours per week on the sales floor as a Sales Associate, supporting in-store operations, customer service, and fitting needs when not scheduled for offsite events.

• 2+ Years of retail or leadership experience
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Excellent organizational skills and experience juggling multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build genuine relationships.
• Proficient in Excel
•  or Google Sheets for shared tracking, data entry, and collaboration.
  Comfortable presenting, coordinating meetings, and engaging with groups of varying sizes.
• Ability to travel to offsite locations and work events, often requiring time outside standard retail hours (including nights and weekends) 
• Experience in community engagement, event coordination, sales outreach, or partnership development is preferred but not required. 
• Strong background in customer service and team development.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Clean driving record and valid drivers license.

• Simple IRA with up to 3% match
• Healthcare
• Maternity / Paternity leave
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts on footwear, apparel, and gear.
• Opportunities for professional development and industry events.

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