Career Paths

At Fleet Feet we do what we love among people who love what they do. For some, work at Fleet Feet is a great part-time job, and for others, it’s their full-time career. Wherever you fall on that spectrum, and wherever you begin at Fleet Feet, there’s an opportunity for growth and development.

What makes a career at Fleet Feet meaningful? In the following video, Store Support employees and Operating Partners at Fleet Feet stores share their stories and experiences.

CAREER PATHS AT FLEET FEET: FIND YOUR PERFECT FIT

Jimmy Grissett - Outbound Manager and Wendell Distribution Center Supervisor

“A couple of days into my new career at Fleet Feet, I knew I could fit in here. I like getting work done but enjoy a good time with good people. Our lone warehouse at the time was about the size of my 2 car garage and now I run one of our three Distribution Centers. It has been quite the experience and I look forward to more amazing accomplishments for the company as well as for myself.”

2016 - Part time Fulfillment Associate (Outbound)

2016 - Part time Fulfillment Associate (In/outbound)

2017 - Full time Fulfillment Associate

2018 - Warehouse Lead

2020 - Outbound Manager

2022 - Outbound Manager and Wendell Distribution Center Supervisor

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Johanna Iwaniki - Merchandising Manager, Store Support Team (remote)

“I love working for Fleet Feet. My favorite thing is how much I get to travel to stores across the country. I get to work with different people and visit different places. It’s the biggest perk.”

2014 - Part time sales, Fleet Feet Chicago

2014 - Full time sales, Fleet Feet Chicago

2015 - Assistant Manager, Fleet Feet Chicago

2016 - Buying Department Intern, Fleet Feet Chicago

2017 - Merchandise Specialist, Fleet Feet Chicago

2020 - Merchandise Manager, Fleet Feet Store Support Team

Erik Adams - Operating Partner, Tampa, FL

“I look for organizations that align with my core values, and I found that Fleet Feet was the best match for me. The best part of my job is that I can continue to coach, train and mentor a group of people just like I did in the military.”

2017 - Marketing Manager, Fleet Feet Augusta

2019 - Operating Partner Development Program, Fleet Feet Headquarters

2020 - Operating Partner - Fleet Feet Charlotte / Fort Mill, NC

2021 - Operating Partner - Fleet Feet Tampa

Sarah Holden - Senior Manager, Human Resources, Store Support Team (remote)

“The best part of my job is getting to work with all of the great people. From our distribution center to retail employees and the Store Support Team, it’s truly the best part of my day to day.”

2015 - Retail Sales Associate - Fleet Feet Carrboro

2015 - Human Resources Associate - Fleet Feet Store Support Team

2018 - Human Resources Business Partner - Store Support Team

2019 - Human Resources Manager - Store Support Team

2022 - Senior Human Resources Manager - Store Support Team

Chris Loignon - Franchisee, Greenville, NC

“The best part of my job is that I know we make an impact. So many people come to our store talking about how their life has changed just through our business and the things we do out in the community.”

2010 Part time outfitter, Fleet Feet Winston-Salem

2011 Marketing and Events Coordinator, Fleet Feet Winston-Salem

2013 Footwear/Essentials Buyer, Fleet Feet Winston-Salem

2016 Applied to open a franchise

2017 Opened Fleet Feet Franchise, Greenville, NC

Career Areas

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Retail Stores

Over 250 locations, a mix of both company-owned and franchise stores, serve as the running hubs of their respective communities, delivering exceptional customer service via one-on-one outfitting expertise, personalized solutions and robust training programs. This continued commitment to excellence has resulted in Fleet Feet’s best-in-class NPS rating of 94% for customer service and satisfaction.

Store Support

Named one of Research Triangle Park's fastest growing private companies in 2021 by the Triangle Business Journal, Fleet Feet consists of a growing group of passionate and talented professionals working on-site in the brand’s North Carolina headquarters, as well as remotely across the country.

Distribution Center

You wouldn’t believe us if we showed you the size of our first distribution center back in 2015. Since then, our Distribution Center has experienced explosive growth in size, capabilities and operational efficiency, all while managing shipping and logistics for an increasing number of products, brands and orders.

Operating Partner Development Program

The Fleet Feet Operating Partner Development Program (OPDP) is an immersive training experience designed to develop successful, growth-oriented leaders into future Operating Partners of our company-owned retail locations. Serving as the face of the brand within their community, Operating Partners lead store operations within their market and oversee all aspects of staffing, marketing and customer acquisition.