Field Scout- Thule Field Marketing Representative
About Field Scout
Field Scout is a women-owned marketing agency based in Portland, OR. We believe experience-led marketing is the most effective way to establish a genuine brand connection through on-site activations, inspired storytelling, and authentic face-to-face conversations.
Field Scout is dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we recognize that sometimes job descriptions can feel restrictive. So if this position appeals to you but your qualifications don't align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. Your unique experience might make you just the right candidate for this job or other roles.
Field Scout is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About the Position
Are you a passionate outdoor enthusiast with experience in marketing, sales, or retail? Field Scout, in collaboration with Thule, is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Field Marketing Representatives (FMRs). In this role, you will be responsible for conducting a series of events and clinics to promote Thule products and the outdoor lifestyle.
As an FMR, you will hit the road for a solo city-by-city regional tour and engage participants in conversations. You will be facilitating a positive experience and telling the Thule brand story, while also being responsible for setting up and breaking down all event equipment.
In addition to your salary, all travel expenses (including airfare and accommodations) will be covered and a food allowance will be provided.
A little about you…
Love for travel or getting outside, meeting new people, and making new connections
1–3+ years of marketing, sales, or retail experience; guide experience is a plus
Extraordinary attention to detail, follow-through, and time-management skills
Commitment to internalizing brand image/message
Highly motivated, organized, flexible, positive, and outgoing
Ability to handle pressure and work in a constantly changing atmosphere
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
Have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record (acceptable to our insurance carrier for inclusion on our coverage for business-related travel); experience driving a large vehicle is a plus
Able to lift up to 50 lbs., perform duties in wide variations in temperature, perform repetitive movements, climb a ladder and stairs, walk, lift, stoop, sit, and/or stand for long periods of time
Cycling experience preferred
Comfortable camping and sleeping in a rooftop tent
Responsibilities
Manage assigned tasks and projects autonomously while communicating progress to team and supervisors through a concise and constant flow of information, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget
Professionally represent Thule in all interactions with event organizers, attendees, and retail employees
Communicate with event organizers to coordinate logistics and event details (upon intro from Field Scout)
Manage regional events, including setting up and striking 10’ x 10’ tents and event assets
Stage elements to meet Thule's branding standards and conduct static demos of Thule products
Report event progress weekly, including providing photos of each event
Manage inventory of promotional items (swag) and ensure incremental restocking
Maintain product knowledge, with acute attention to launch dates, product differentiators, performance, functionality, and price points
Strive to proactively solve problems in a fast-paced environment with positivity and composure
Able to tell a good story and be an active listener
Able and willing to work nontraditional hours—this position is 100% travel based from late April to November
Applications
Please make sure to address these questions in your cover letter:
Why are you interested in being a Field Marketing Representative?
Describe what the outdoors means to you.
Do you have any experience with events? If so, what was your role?
Other information
Actual starting pay for this role is determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to qualifications, experience, relevant skills,, education, and geographic location. Employees are offered a variety of benefits to empower them with the resources and flexibility they need to enjoy success on the job and to live a healthy life. Full-time employees are eligible for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health and dependent care FSA, life/ad&d insurance, short term and long term disability, commuter benefits, pet benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and 401(k) including matching. All employees are eligible for employee discounts and EAP Resources. All regular, full-time Brand Support Center employees are eligible for the annual discretionary bonus plan.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
