Seasonal Sales and Marketing Assistant - US Southeast and Midwest

About the position

We are looking for a qualified seasonal sales and marketing assistant. As sales and marketing assistant you will work directly with the Area Manager(s) to support Burton regionally as a consumer centric, digital first, retailer of the future. Sales and Marketing assistants will bring a passion for sport and culture to dealer and customer facing events. You will interact with all divisions of Burton, and our wholesale partners. This is a full-time, seasonal role, and new team members start at $20/hr. This role will cover the Southeast and Midwest Territory, and extensive traveling is required.

Responsibilities

• Work with Area managers to help implement best in class standards for retail merchandising, digital marketing support and event execution.
• Contribute to all aspects of the wholesale sell-in process, including sample management, prep, product presentation, follow-up, order entry, and review.
• Stay up to date with our brand and product knowledge, company information, sales, and company-wide events - truly becoming a well-rounded resource for Burton's customer and dealer base.
• Responsible for showroom readiness, storage area organization and on-snow demo fleet management and maintenance.
• Engage with, educate and motivate dealer sales staff on all categories through product demos, showings, clinics, regular visits, and regional events.
• Represent the company and brands in a professional manner and with a positive attitude towards the accounts and the consumer.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of retail, B2B sales, and/or marketing experience, preferably in a comparable position.
• A positive, outgoing personality to embody Burton's brand values, attitude, and ethos.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong knowledge and background of snowboarding products and their applications.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to proficiently operate a Windows-based operating system.
• Passion for prototyping new ways of doing things, drive to challenge oneself, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work a dynamic schedule, including, when necessary, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• $20/hour compensation.
• Potential bonuses and other benefits offered.