Careers

What's it like working at iKamper?

We’re a group of people who work really, really hard... and still want to grab a beer together after work. We’re proud of the fact that we’re a startup that has seen massive growth since 2017 (and we have no intention of stopping).

We owe our success to our team. Our people bring their best ideas to the table and know that their thoughts are heard and appreciated. We celebrate our team with group trips, campouts, happy hours, a few too many inside jokes, and some incredible Instagram fodder.

 

You should work with us if…

1. You’re a good person who wants to help good people.

2. You love the outdoors as much as we do.

3. Hard work doesn't scare you.

4. You work well independently.

5. You're an accurate judge of your own performance and competencies.

6. You're passionate about constant growth.

7. You're down for an occasional ping pong, foosball, or cornhole competition.

8. You live within greater Seattle or are willing to relocate.

Full-Time, Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

401(k) w/ Company Match

Career Development Opportunities

Exclusive Discounts

Friendly & Fun Work Atmosphere

Paid Vacation

Open Positions

Marketing Manager

About this Role: We are looking for a Marketing Manager to take control of our Events, Ambassador Team, Public Relations, and Partnerships to help us build brand awareness and loyalty. To be successful in this role, you will need to have a passion for the outdoors, stay abreast of new developments and opportunities in the industry, and be a strategic thinker. You must have an outgoing personality as in-person networking will also be part of the job.

 

What You’ll Do:

  • Ambassador Team: Develop a yearly Ambassador Team roster and marketing strategy to support overall business objectives.
  • Event Planning: Develop and execute an annual event plan.
  • Event Management: Manage face-to-face and virtual events that enable contact between IKamper and potential customers.
  • Public Relations: Manage and liaise with external PR agency and/or journalists to maximize brand exposure and ensure accurate brand representation.
  • Marketing Plan Development: Define, organize, and manage marketing activities and resources to bring about successful execution of marketing campaigns.
  • Partnership Marketing: Collaborate with partner organizations on strategic marketing campaigns to expand access to customers and enhance brand experience on dealer websites.
  • Budgeting: Develop and manage an annual budget.
  • Brand Ambassador: Serve as a representative for the iKamper brand and its partner brands to customers in direct person-to-person(s) experiences.
  • Market Understanding: Knowledge of the market and IKamper's position in it, as well as our prospective customer base.
  • Technical Product Acumen: Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of IKamper's products and services.
  • Sales Alignment and Support: Align marketing work with the sales objectives and support, sales efforts.
  • Networking: Attend networking events or relevant industry workshops.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years relevant experience in PR, Communications, Marketing, Sales, or a similar role.
  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing management, business, or similar is preferred.
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills.
  • Experience managing and fostering employee growth.
  • Experience in sourcing and managing external resources such as consultants, agencies, and professional services firms.  
  • Planning, scheduling, cost estimating and budgeting experience.
  • Excellent supervision, research, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Exceptional consulting and quality assurance abilities.
  • Ability to tackle the demands of ever-evolving technological implements with ease.
  • Active in the outdoors.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to drive long distances with a trailer.
  • Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time.

Remuneration & Benefits:

  • Compensation: 80 - 120K/year
  • Career development opportunities
  • One location, 40 hours/week
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans: iKamper pays 100% of employee insurance premiums.
  • 401K Plan with employer match
  • Paid time off: 15 days/year
  • Paid holidays: 8 days/year
  • Paid sick day: 5 days/year
  • Exclusive iKamper discounts
  • Meaningful work that drives professional growth
  • Being part of a winning, fast-growing team
  • Friendly work atmosphere

How to Apply:

  • Fill out the application form at the bottom of this page
  • Successful candidates will be contacted via email for further questions
  • IMPORTANT: must be located within greater Seattle or willing to relocate
 

Warehouse Associate

About this Role: The Warehouse Associate is responsible for picking, packing, and labeling orders with accuracy and ease, all while keeping a well-organized warehouse. iKamper strives for excellence in all facets of its business: product development, customer service, shipping, and warehousing. A clean, well-organized warehouse able to ship orders as quickly and safely as possible is key to the best customer experience.

Throughout all interactions, you will always be positive, respectful, inclusive, and kind. Along with a love for traveling and the outdoors, you will bring passion for your work and improvement. iKamper is rapidly growing: succeed in this role and continue to grow with us.

What You’ll Do:

  • Operate and maintain warehouse machinery and tools (including forklift)
  • Pick incoming orders from inventory and prepare them for shipment
  • Unload and receive inbound containers
  • Maintain warehouse inventory
  • Meet and greet customers when they visit the store
  • Help install rooftop tents for customers
  • Report directly to our Warehouse Lead
  • Maximize productivity, profitability, and constantly strive for improvement
  • Offer unique and innovative solutions to each problem
  • Learn, grow, and progress within the company

Requirements:

  • Passionate, self-motivated, and positive
  • Comfortable handling up to 75 pounds unassisted. Our main products are roof top tents, and you must be able to physically lift and palletize them.
  • OSHA forklift certification
  • Ability to work on the warehouse floor 8 hours a day or more
  • Active lifestyle, interested in the outdoors (preferably in overlanding)
  • Strong customer service skills are a plus

Remuneration & Benefits:

  • Compensation: $18-$21/hour
  • Career development opportunities
  • One location, 40 hours/week
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans: iKamper pays 100% of employee insurance premiums
  • Exclusive iKamper discounts
  • Paid time off: 10 days/year
  • Paid holidays: 8 days/year
  • Meaningful work that drives professional growth
  • Being part of a winning, fast-growing team
  • Friendly work atmosphere

How to Apply:

  • Fill out the application form at the bottom of this page
  • Successful candidates will be contacted via email for further questions
  • IMPORTANT: must be located within greater Seattle or willing to relocate
 

Showroom Sales Representative

About this Role: as our Showroom Sales Representative, you will be responsible for managing our showroom, meeting customers, educating them about iKamper products, and converting that interest into sales. You will be responsible for turning our new showroom into a successful retail location and into a hub for events in the iKamper Community. Ultimately, your goal is to increase brand awareness and sales at our HQ’s showroom.

Throughout all interactions, you will always be positive, respectful, inclusive, and kind. Along with a love for traveling and the outdoors, you will bring passion for your work and improvement. iKamper is rapidly growing: succeed in this role and continue to grow with us.

 What You’ll Do:

  • Engage with customers 1-on-1, answer their questions, and share your passion for the outdoors, overlanding, camping, and iKamper.
  • Promote our showroom and increase traffic by communicating with customers via email, phone, SNS, Google Ads, etc.
  • Convert this traffic into sales.
  • Manage the showroom: ensure that it is always clean, safe, and showcasing our products in the best possible manner.
  • Work directly with our Community Manager and help host events.
  • Collaborate with our marketing team

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree from 4-year college or university (or equivalent combination of education and work experience)
  • 3+ years of experience working retail, ideally in a showroom
  • Natural desire and experience to help others and answer questions
  • Strong knowledge of the outdoor and overlanding industries
  • Excellent communication skills: verbal and written
  • Confident communicator who enjoys social media interactions
  • Preference will be given to iKamper owners
  • Preference will be given to candidates with marketing experience with a DTC brand
  • Comfortable with looking at numbers for evaluation and decision making

Remuneration & Benefits:

  • Full-time, competitive pay based on previous experience and growth potential
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans: iKamper pays 100% of employee insurance premiums
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Exclusive iKamper discounts
  • Paid time off: 10 days/year
  • Paid holidays: 8 days/year
  • Meaningful work that drives professional growth
  • Being part of a winning, fast-growing team
  • Friendly work atmosphere

How to Apply:

  • Fill out the application form at the bottom of this page
  • Successful candidates will be contacted via email for further questions
  • IMPORTANT: must be located within greater Seattle or willing to relocate

Equal Opportunity Disclosure

iKamper is an equal opportunity employer (and proud of it.)

Diversity makes our team stronger, healthier, and more interesting. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national orientation, disability, age, or veteran status. We just ask that you do your best to love the outdoors and love others.  

iKamper is a multinational brand that serves people in 40+ countries. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. We’re committed to learning and growing as a company and as individuals.