We have an opening for a full-time buyer who has a passion for running and fitness. The Buyer is engaged in purchasing and distributing for our 4 locations. As the Buyer you would develop a clear understanding of store and customer needs. This job is on-site at our Brookfield Store.

This role is responsible for evaluating sales performance, margin, inventory turn, and gross margin return on inventory. The Buyer must have a clear understanding of KPIs and will place future and weekly fill-in orders for apparel and accessories as well as manage customer special orders. In addition, this position is responsible for ensuring that core products and sizes are always available and have a clear plan for reducing stockouts. The Buyer will also work with vendors to process returns.

This role is also responsible for creating markdown strategies and communicating this with our marketing director, online webstore manager and retail store managers. This position includes planning assortments, working with industry sales representatives, and working collaboratively with all store managers. In addition all product launches need to be communicated along with product education for staff.
Excellent communication, collaboration and organizational skills are required.

Responsibilties include:

• Placing future and weekly fill-in orders and manage customer special orders
• Ensuring that core products and sizes are always available
• Working directly with vendors to process returns
• Creating markdown strategies and communicating this with our Marketing Director, Online Website Manager, and Retail Store Managers
• Planning assortments, working with industry sales representatives, and working collaboratively with all store managers
• Communicating new product launches & product education with staff
• Building rapport and relationships both internally and externally with Store Owners, Managers, Marketing, E-Commerce, and Vendors
• Support all Performance Running Outfitters initiatives, activities, and functions

Qualifications:

• Retail, inventory, and buying experience required **must have worked for a retail store for a minimum of 2 years in purchasing **
• Degree in retail management or merchandising is a plus
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and deadline driven
• Excellent knowledge of Excel
• Ability to work as a team member, multitask, and give clear direction

Compensation:

• Full-time: Salary is negotiable based on experience (includes paid time off and Fidelity IRA matching)

Please send a cover letter & resume to Jessica at jess@performancerunning.com, or drop off at any PRO location

We are looking for an onsite full-time store manager at our Shorewood store.

As a store manager, you would be responsible for the success of our retail staff with a focus on an exceptional experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Customer Service & Experience
• Employee Development
• Effective recruiting, onboarding & coaching
• Store Maintenance & Appearance
• Merchandising for a beautiful shopping environment for our customers
• Operational Procedures and creating efficiencies
• Performance management and education

Qualifications:

• Previous retail and management experience is required
• A passion for running, fitness and helping others

Compensation:

• Salary is negotiable based on experience
• We offer Simple IRA matching, health insurance reimbursement, paid time off, product discounts & gear from vendor partners, and a fun environment working with runners, walkers and outdoor enthusiasts

Please send a cover letter & resume to Jessica at jess@performancerunning.com

The General Manager plays a pivotal role in leading daily operations and ensuring exceptional customer experiences at PRO. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Brookfield, WI. Responsibilities include managing sales goals, overseeing staff performance and development, and driving the overall success of the store. The General Manager will also be responsible for creating a positive team environment (working at all PRO locations) as well as upholding overall customer experience and culture across all stores.

Qualifications

• Previous experience at a specialty running store
• Proven expertise in retail management, sales strategy, and customer service
• Strong leadership, team management, and staff development skills
• Proficiency in operational management, with attention to budgeting and achieving sales goals
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster a collaborative environment
• Passion for running, fitness, and active living
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Retail Operations, or a related field is preferred

Position Expectations:

• Make personnel decisions for all locations
• Establish team standards with the leadership team in areas of sales, customer service & culture
• Override policies in the best interest of customer experience and lifetime value
• Evenings and Weekends are required within our store hours of operation

Responsibilities:

• Lead, motivate and inspire Leadership Team to always create the Performance Running Outfitters experience
• Work the sales floor as needed to ensure every customer always receives the PRO experience
• Lead monthly Leadership Team meeting
• Schedule tech sessions and training sessions for ongoing employee development
• Execute all Leadership Team reviews and oversee Fit Specialist annually
• Make and improve SOP’s and oversee training manual improvements and upkeep
• Meet with team members to address situations that require redirection. Maintain all paperwork documenting these meetings and communicate with Store Manager and owners to ensure the team member has addressed the issue. 
• Immediately report any harassment issues
• Convey and relate company decisions/policies to all team members
• Fiscal responsibility to seek opportunities to increase business and reduce costs
• Actively recruits and hires new employees within their direct reporting structure for Performance Running Outfitters with support from Store Managers
• Oversees team member training, development, motivation, moral, and operational efficiency
• Ensures new hire checklist is complete with 30-day review in collaboration with Store Manager
• Collaborates with Product and Marketing teams for the best interest of Performance Running Outfitters
• Leads by example when representing Performance Running Outfitters
• Network to build new business for the company
• Coordinate and assist Store Managers with events and fun runs

Benefits

• Salary $80-90k
• In addition to a salary, you would be eligible for a monthly bonus based on company performance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Up to 3% matching of Fidelity SIMPLE IRA contributions
• Health Care Reimbursement up to $250/mo
• Generous employee discount

To apply, please email your resume and a cover letter to jess@performancerunning.com

Are you an energetic fitness enthusiast and/or runner? We'd love to meet you!

We are currently hiring part-time sales associates for the role of Outfitter—the team members who creates the experience our customers rave about.

Qualifications:

• Previous retail experience or a passion for running/running shoes is ideal
  
• Evening availability (4–7 PM) and weekend availability (Saturday 10–5, Sunday 11–5) is required
• 15 hours/week minimum
  

Compensation:

• $17–$23/hour, depending on experience and availability.

Benefits:

• Generous product discounts
• Free product to teset
• Sales incentives and bonuses
  

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