Looking for a few good DPS Area Reps...

[dps]

We still have a bunch of slots for Area Reps going into next season, are trying to fill in the map for both Canada and the US, and are looking for some good cats to join the crew. Positions can be both urban or mountain town/resort based.

Current AR's are: current pros, ex-pros, ski town professionals, guides, snow safety geeks, real estate agents, patrollers, educated/ passionate feral skids- all with a deep history and passion for the sport, the skis, and good connections in their communities.

A quick overview of the gig:
http://dpsskis.com/blogs/2010/may/dps-area-rep-program

The place to apply:
https://www.dpsskis.com/dpsforms/AreaRepApplicationForm
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[digitaldeath]

just applied- gimme gimme gimme job

[Slaag Master]

pick me! pick me!

[f2f]

i want somebody to pick this gig for the banff area. unfortunately the bc interior is probably more fit for those skis :)

[dps]

we make the narrow stuff as well, so all areas, flat and shallow, are welcome. While the energy and inspiration comes from the deep, that translates into a drive for the perfect ski, frontside or back, so apply away...

[Skidog]

we make the narrow stuff as well, so all areas, flat and shallow, are welcome. While the energy and inspiration comes from the deep, that translates into a drive for the perfect ski, frontside or back, so apply away...


Ill be putting in an app sometime this weekend for a local UT rep if you dont already have one?

Good luck with finding folks...shouldnt be too hard.

[SuperDuperGaperWithaCherryOnTop]

Is this a real rep position, where you get a rep pack, and are the rep for your area, or is it a affinity program like Habervision where you get a code and try to get people to buy with that code?(affinity code)

Edit: Oh and I forgot, wrong forum, jong!!
Work Or Lack Of It - Teton Gravity Research Forums

[BroGnar]

Count this east coaster in!

[jonesy]

Vague info on rep postion except for want DPS wants. I'd like to hear an answer to SuperduperGapers question.

[mitch_cumstein]

Brilliant grass roots marketing ploy. I wish you luck.

[Pimpin Panda]

Vague info on rep postion except for want DPS wants. I'd like to hear an answer to SuperduperGapers question.

X2. Did "DPS" ever even come back after the first post? Seems kind of strange they haven't replied:frown::confused:

[marshalolson]

did you read the job description?

as the rep you would:

1. sell proform
2. sell direct
3. service retail stores
4. host demos as needed

and be provided the necessary tools to perform such jobs

[Skeeze]

Just submitted my application for the L.A. area!

[Tippster]

Need a DC Rep?

[Slaag Master]

buy the skis - great scam

[mitch_cumstein]

did you read the job description?

as the rep you would:

1. sell proform
2. sell direct
3. service retail stores
4. host demos as needed

and be provided the necessary tools to perform such jobs

Just in case you didn't, here's a summary:

1. You buy a pair of skis full price
2. dps gives you a bunch of business cards
3. you sell skis to all kinds of people (for a whopping 5% discount)
4. you make small commission.
5. you tell all the bros you're a dps rep because you rip so hard.

[marshalolson]

Just in case you didn't, here's a summary:

1. You buy a pair of skis full price
2. dps gives you a bunch of business cards
3. you sell skis to all kinds of people (for a whopping 5% discount)
4. you make small commission.
5. you tell all the bros you're a dps rep because you rip so hard.

wrong. you are talking about the old referral program, which is being discontinued.

[samthaman]

so before everyone gets their panties all in a wad over this (ooops too late...) I'm pretty sure that the area rep program is very different from the code that everyone gets when they buy a new pair of skis. The code setup is what was described above, the rep program is something entirely different.... at least that's my understanding.

I'm assuming that northern Washington is locked down? Anyone reping india yet?

edit: beat me to it

[Patches]

Why don't they piggyback on existing reps? Like get 4FRNT or Cytomax or whatever reps to carry DPS too... otherwise the rep has to go to all the stores for one niche product. I'm sure there's a reason they're doing it this way, I'm just curious.

[marshalolson]

because comparable hard-goods lines have an exclusivity agreements with their reps already.

having managed various bike shops for 7 years i have yet to see a cytomax rep stop in and service the store. ever.

[SuperDuperGaperWithaCherryOnTop]

wrong. you are talking about the old referral program, which is being discontinued.

So let me get this straight. The web site does clearly state how it operates. BUT it is the old program that is being discontinued (but the web page says nothing of this), and it is basically as Mitch describes it :fmicon:.
3 different people have asked about it, and it has been a week and no one from DPS has replied back (or do you work for DPS, Marshal?)

[marshalolson]

i handle DPS dealer sales.

the user "dps" = stephan, and he is in SA. i am semi-answering on his behalf at the moment, yes.

[Patches]

Ah- didn't know they had exclusive arrangements.

[mitch_cumstein]

Just for amusement now--we're still waiting to read a job description. Excellent follow-up. It seems, as predicted, there will be ample prospective DPS employees regardless of terms. It's funny.

[DoWork]

Just for amusement now--we're still waiting to read a job description. Excellent follow-up. It seems, as predicted, there will be ample prospective DPS employees regardless of terms. It's funny.

So fucking what, dude? If you don't want the job, don't apply. I'm sure Vivid Video pays like shit too but there's hairy-palmed jerkninjas clamoring to work there. Take your head out of your ass, DPS doesn't owe you anything and they CERTAINLY don't need to work handjobs into your pay or make you CEO your first day, although I'm sure you feel you deserve it.

Also, before you try to make connections- no, I don't work for them. I just like wiping my ass with the holier-than-thou. Being a ski rep is really just one more thing in a long line of jobs that isn't as cool as it sounds so don't sound so insulted. Sorry to soften your boner dude but it is what it is, no need to blame DPS for not trying to break the ski rep mold :rolleyes:

Of course there will be ample prospective employees, DPS is a strong company and only so many ways to get your foot in the door- but you wouldn't have realized that- you're a cunt. If I had a sick company, I'd want to make sure people coming in weren't in it for 100% selfish reasons, but you don't get that- you're a cunt. I mean, if you were a go-getter and a manager (instead of the wax collector) for nearly a decade like Marshall, you'd probably have the wisdom to say "Wow, maybe taking on this added responsibility, while not having the face-value one might initially desire, could have a great impact on my professional life seeing as how I already run a ski shop and could use the extra business/traffic/attention/cred/exposure/connections." But I could see how you'd miss that- you're a cunt.

So listen, cunt. If you don't want the job just sit the fuck down shut the fuck up!

[marshalolson]

we're still waiting to read a job description.

perhaps we are miss-understanding each other. as far as i read it, the link IS a job description. are you wondering SPECIFCALLY what makes it different from the old referal program? that would be servicing retail accounts and selling proform.

what information beyond what is listed in the job description is lacking? it is sales, so compensation is commission based. you eat what you kill, so to speak. the right, highly motivated, well connected applicant could make this their primary gig during the winter, and ski everyday. as briefly explained in the job listing, it is a significant expansion from the old referral program.

so... what specifically would you like to know?

[marshalolson]

also, as soon as stephan can get some internet, this thread will be moved to the "work" forum, it was intended to be there. my apologies for that.

[marshalolson]

moved to the proper forum, thanks advres!

[dps]

Sorry for the late response.. i have been on the road in South America and away from reliable internet for the last couple days. Just to extra clarify Marshal's response, this is not a full time gig, nor it it a salaried position, nor position of having a large territory like a traditional full time pro rep.

This job is for local sales, direct sales, dealer service, industry proform sales, and local brand building events such as hosting demos. it is an expansion of the code program to include additional perks, more opportunity for commission, and increased responsibility to go along with the increased opportunity for sales. Any other questions, are easily answered via email to: Tyson AT the ski company's name.

Saludos!

[marshalolson]

to: Tyson AT the ski company's name.

(dpsskis)

[stuckathuntermtn]

Why don't they piggyback on existing reps? Like get 4FRNT or Cytomax or whatever reps to carry DPS too... otherwise the rep has to go to all the stores for one niche product. I'm sure there's a reason they're doing it this way, I'm just curious.

but it's a super awesome $1,200 exotic piece of plastic from the Orient and it's the only product you'll ever need or need to sell.

I would rather fucking rep Zyklon B. And I'm Jewish...and broke.

:the_finge :the_finge :the_finge

[SuperDuperGaperWithaCherryOnTop]

So fucking what, dude? If you don't want the job, don't apply. I'm sure Vivid Video pays like shit too but there's hairy-palmed jerkninjas clamoring to work there. Take your head out of your ass, DPS doesn't owe you anything and they CERTAINLY don't need to work handjobs into your pay or make you CEO your first day, although I'm sure you feel you deserve it.

Also, before you try to make connections- no, I don't work for them. I just like wiping my ass with the holier-than-thou. Being a ski rep is really just one more thing in a long line of jobs that isn't as cool as it sounds so don't sound so insulted. Sorry to soften your boner dude but it is what it is, no need to blame DPS for not trying to break the ski rep mold :rolleyes:

Of course there will be ample prospective employees, DPS is a strong company and only so many ways to get your foot in the door- but you wouldn't have realized that- you're a cunt. If I had a sick company, I'd want to make sure people coming in weren't in it for 100% selfish reasons, but you don't get that- you're a cunt. I mean, if you were a go-getter and a manager (instead of the wax collector) for nearly a decade like Marshall, you'd probably have the wisdom to say "Wow, maybe taking on this added responsibility, while not having the face-value one might initially desire, could have a great impact on my professional life seeing as how I already run a ski shop and could use the extra business/traffic/attention/cred/exposure/connections." But I could see how you'd miss that- you're a cunt.

So listen, cunt. If you don't want the job just sit the fuck down shut the fuck up!

I am glad that wasn't directed at me, I think that would make me cry :( :(

[mitch_cumstein]

So fucking what, dude? If you don't want the job, don't apply. I'm sure Vivid Video pays like shit too but there's hairy-palmed jerkninjas clamoring to work there. Take your head out of your ass, DPS doesn't owe you anything and they CERTAINLY don't need to work handjobs into your pay or make you CEO your first day, although I'm sure you feel you deserve it.

Also, before you try to make connections- no, I don't work for them. I just like wiping my ass with the holier-than-thou. Being a ski rep is really just one more thing in a long line of jobs that isn't as cool as it sounds so don't sound so insulted. Sorry to soften your boner dude but it is what it is, no need to blame DPS for not trying to break the ski rep mold :rolleyes:

Of course there will be ample prospective employees, DPS is a strong company and only so many ways to get your foot in the door- but you wouldn't have realized that- you're a cunt. If I had a sick company, I'd want to make sure people coming in weren't in it for 100% selfish reasons, but you don't get that- you're a cunt. I mean, if you were a go-getter and a manager (instead of the wax collector) for nearly a decade like Marshall, you'd probably have the wisdom to say "Wow, maybe taking on this added responsibility, while not having the face-value one might initially desire, could have a great impact on my professional life seeing as how I already run a ski shop and could use the extra business/traffic/attention/cred/exposure/connections." But I could see how you'd miss that- you're a cunt.

So listen, cunt. If you don't want the job just sit the fuck down shut the fuck up!

Brilliant.

Should this be considered your cover letter, then?