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# Guru Field Representative - Washington, D.C. at Brooks Running

- **Company:** Brooks Running
- **Location:** United States
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-09-08
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/brooksrunning/9b82e877-a393-48e7-b5fd-9112c9eeff9e

## Job description

Who We Are: At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That’s why we’re driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive — whether it’s a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line. Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation. Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success: Runner First We act in the best interest of the runner Word is Bond We do what we say we’ll do Champion Heart We give our all in everything we do There is no “I” in Run We stay generous with our humanity Keep Moving We find ways to move every day, because joy is kinetic! We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement - because we’re all moving towards something. Let’s run there.

Your Job:

As a Brooks Guru, you will lead Brooks’ field support strategy in all distribution channels located within your respective territory to increase market share and sell-through at retail, amplify Brooks' product leadership, and build recognition, awareness, and loyalty for the brand.

Check out the @brooksguruinsider on Instagram to get an idea of the day to day of a Brooks Guru.

*You will be required to live within 25 miles of the designated territory*

Your Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage the overall field support efforts for Brooks at both Specialty and Big Box accounts located within the territory
- At all accounts, support the Sales and Marketing teams with product launches, in-store merchandising, and creative grassroots programs
- Collaborate with Sales management and Marketing on the success of National Account sell-through programs/in-store promotions. All Gurus are accountable for an established sell-through goal for a pre-determined store base within their respective territory
- Educate and motivate the retail associates, runners, and relevant affiliates about Brooks technology and product leadership via brand/product clinics, drop-in visits, and events
- Represent Brooks at national (and selected local) running events and expos – including set-up, breakdown, distribution of collateral, interaction with consumers and product trial
- Complete weekly field notes with information about visits, clinics, and events, while also providing relevant product and competitor feedback
- Feature in product videos for YouTube, Myagi, educational platforms, and social media on an as-needed basis
- Responsible for utilizing and maintaining a yearly product seeding and corporate card budget, completing expense reports monthly
- Maintain appearance and functionality of leased company vehicle and all Brooks equipment

Qualifications:

- You must be willing to live within an agreed upon radius of the sales territory you support
- BA or BS degree in Marketing/Sales/Retail Management or equivalent combination of experience
- 1+ years Marketing/Sales/Retail experience required, 2+ years preferred
- Outdoor, Sports or Athletic industry experience highly preferred
- Knowledge of performance athletic footwear/sport bras/apparel/accessories and their related technologies
- Knowledge of the biomechanics of human motion and injury prevention basics highly preferred
- Basic knowledge of retail math, inventory management, product merchandising and retail selling skills
- Highly motivated with a hardworking attitude and strong interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills such as managing a calendar, contacts, and a budget
- Works well independently, as well as within a team
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to understand the sport of running and empathize with runners to develop authentic relationships at retail and the Brooks community
- Ability to strategically use an annual budget that benefits the territory and brand
- Ability to lift to 50 lbs and stand for long periods of time
- Extensive travel required; able and willing to work weekends and extended hours as needed

Compensation: The pay range for this position, based out of the Washington, DC is $55,603 - $77,845. Base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. There is also a commission potential for this role.

Other:

Brooks is proud to offer a robust benefits package to our employees and their families!

Benefits- including medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, HSA and employer contribution, FSA, family & fertility assistance, 401K Savings Plan and match, employee assistance program, and transportation assistance. Paid Time Off- Brooks offers generous time off including three to five weeks of paid time off, eleven paid holidays, paid sick and parental leave. Bonus- in addition to base pay, Brooks employees may also be offered an annual bonus based on company performance and a location allowance. Perks-including product discounts, employee recognition, fitness discounts, volunteer and donation benefits. Guru Benefits - including cellphone allowance, internet reimbursement, & storage reimbursement. Additionally, Brooks will provide you with a leased car, auto-insurance and a gas card to be used for business related travel.

At Brooks, we celebrate diversity & equity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills to apply. Brooks is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, two-spirit identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, the presence of a physical, mental, or sensory disability, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), caste, citizenship or immigration status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, actual or perceived victims of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault or stalking, HIV or Hepatitis C infection, political ideology, use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability, or on any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, or any other non-merit based factors.

## About Brooks Running

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Brooks Running designs and manufactures premium running footwear, apparel, and accessories for runners of all levels, rooted in motion science and engineering.
- **Entity Type**: Private (subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc.)
- **Headquarters**: Seattle, Washington, United States
- **Founded**: 1914
- **Founders**: John Brooks (founder of Brooks Shoe Manufacturing Co.)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Retail / Athletic Apparel & Footwear
- **Target customers**: B2C (runners and fitness enthusiasts) and B2B (retail partners)
- **Mission**: To create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive – whether it’s a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.

## Products & Services
- **Running Shoes**: Performance road and trail shoes (e.g., Ghost, Glycerin, Adrenaline, Launch, Catamount)
- **Apparel**: Men’s and women’s running apparel – shorts, tops, jackets, tights – designed for performance and fit
- **Accessories**: Socks, hydration, and other running gear
- **Brooks Trailhead**: Flagship retail store at Seattle HQ offering gait analysis and personalized fittings
- **BlueLine Lab**: Rapid prototyping and innovation lab for footwear technology development

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of USD 1.2 billion (LinkedIn, 2025)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (parent company)
- **Growth Signals**: 1,221 employees (+11.1% YoY, +175 people); expanded Seattle campus with a second building in 2024; sold in over 50 countries; strong LinkedIn follower growth (+20.3% YoY)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Run science focus**: In-house biomechanics research and athlete feedback drive product innovation
- **Brand loyalty**: Strong reputation among serious runners; “Runner First” philosophy
- **Financial stability**: Backed by Berkshire Hathaway, providing long-term investment capacity
- **Sustainability**: LEED-certified HQ with proven energy and water efficiency targets
- **Integrated design**: Close collaboration between Seattle and Asia teams for rapid development

## Strategic Focus
- Continue investing in performance innovation and sustainability
- Expand global presence, particularly in APAC (e.g., Senior Apparel Merchandising Manager, APAC)
- Strengthen direct-to-consumer channel and digital experience
- Advance corporate responsibility goals: “everyone who wants to run is welcome to run, and everyone who runs has a place to do it”

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Values include “Runner First,” “Word is Bond,” “Champion Heart,” “There’s No ‘I’ in Run,” and “Keep Moving.” Inclusive environment where you don’t need to be a runner.
- **Hybrid/Remote**: Hybrid model – at least 3 days per week in the Seattle office. Other locations: Whitestown (IN), Burnaby (BC), Amsterdam.
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, five weeks PTO, 11 paid holidays, paid parental leave, annual bonus, deeply discounted Brooks merchandise and industry discounts, yearly fitness stipend.
- **Engineering & Innovation**: Work in the BlueLine Lab, collaborate with biomechanics scientists, and contribute to cutting-edge footwear/apparel development.
- **Internship**: Sprintern Program – US-based summer internship for early career talent.

## Sources
1. [Brooks Running - Our Company](https://www.brooksrunning.com/en_us/Meet-Brooks/our-company/)
2. [Lever Careers Page](https://jobs.lever.co/brooksrunning/)
3. [LinkedIn Company Page](https://linkedin.com/company/brooks-running-company)
4. [Brooks Careers North America](https://www.brooksrunning.com/en_us/meet-brooks/careers/north-america/)
5. [Indeed Company Profile](https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Brooks-Running-1/about)

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