Are you passionate about Cross - country skiing, and want to be Atomic racing specialist ?
Founded in 1955 in the heart of the Austrian Alps, ATOMIC is the world’s largest ski-manufacturer. Products perfectly tailored for ski racers and free skiers, cross-country skiers and backcountry skiers, beginners and World Champions alike are being tested in the company’s backyard around Altenmarkt. ATOMIC employs 750 people and has more than 60 years of experience in the skiing industry, while selling products in 49 countries. Through its passion for skiing, the brand strives to create a better skiing experience with leading quality and technological innovations. ATOMIC is an Amer Sports brand.
XC RACING SPECIALIST ATOMIC NORWAY
We are looking for a dedicated, passionate and structured XC Racing Specialist for Atomic in Norway. This position will be the face of the Atomic brand in the XC community and will be responsible for a significant increase of total number and overall performance/quality of junior athletes racing for ATOMIC in Norway. XC Racing Specialist will be responsible for building, planning, managing and lead the local junior racing program in Norway and recruit athletes and ambassadors to ATOMIC. The position will be present a lot out in the field and community, and always work pro-active to recruit the talents with most potential in a long-term perspective.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Define, order and select athlete’s equipment with clear specifications and timing.
• Increase number and performance / quality level of athletes using Atomic in racing community.
• Build, plan and manage the local junior racing program in Norway.
• Close exchange and collaboration with Atomic HQ Racing International.
• Coordinate the ambassadors and athlete’s community all year round (pro-active communication)
• Be the face of the Brand towards athletes, clubs, parents and all key stakeholders in XC Community.
• Communication follow up athletes in terms of product planning and seeding.
• Negotiate partnerships with local XC clubs together with Area Sales Managers.
• Coordinate the community of brand ambassadors to implement consumer facing events program and being on-site if required during “best” events
• Create, activate and grow sports advocates community
• Coordinate incremental social media / viral activation (in coordination with marketing manager) through ambassadors/athlete network
• Be an active part of the Influencer Marketing Management / Ambassador community, sharing and using best practices
• Ensure feedback on the quality of the toolbox delivered by brand and used by athletes/ambassadors and the implementation of it.
• Ensure cooperation with Area Sales managers and to support customers with event material and onsite support by the community/AMB network.
• Manage A&P budgets with guidance from brand
KEY MISSION AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsible for developing the influencer activation plan to accelerate sell-thru and implement brand strategies by coordinating a team of external brand ambassadors. Build a local junior racing program from scratch in Norway. Increase brand awareness in racing community and increase our market share and visibility in Racing community. Be present at the key events during the season. Make sure to activate athletes and ambassadors on social media and build brand awareness at this touchpoint.
YOUR PROFILE AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
• Planning skills
• Outstanding product knowledge related to XC
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbally)
• Being able to handle many tasks at the same time
• Enjoy spending time in the community, this role requires great passion for the sport and community.
•Excellent skill level on XC (skate-classic)
• Deep market insight
• Understanding of the XC community
• Understanding of “how social media” works and ability to manage and coordinate social media activities.
• Service and open-minded
• Team spirit and proactive work attitude
• Good knowledge of MS Office and usage of CRM systems.
• Fluent in English
• Willingness to travel
NEEDED WORK EXPERIENCE
• 4 years of experience in the spesific XC sports community or in a similar role.
• Experience in sports industry – specifically in ski industry is a clear plus
WHAT WE OFFER
• A varied, demanding and exciting position in the Sports Industry
• Great working environment and talented colleagues who are passionate about marketing and skiing
• Career opportunities and competitive benefits
• New offices at Snøporten
The position will be located at our new head office, Snø Lørenskog. Travelling days during the year will be 50 days +, including some weekends.
For more information about the position, please contact Eirik Skaftnes Nor Selection on +47 91324172.
Apply online via link and send your application and cv letter in English, as soon as possible.When making the application please state your salary expectation related to this role.
Bransjekategori | Salg / Markedsføring |
Bransje | Produktsalg |
Alternativ bransjekategori | Varehandel |
Alternativ bransje | Varehandel |