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Assistant Market Manager - Retail Direct Engagement Program (Austin, TX)
Austin, TX · Junior
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About the role
- We are looking for an energetic and hands-on Assistant Manager to play a pivotal role in a multi-week retail engagement program.
- The ideal candidate excels in leadership, communication, and possesses a strong ability to motivate and guide teams in a dynamic convenience store environment.
- The Assistant Manager will serve as a daily operational leader, ensuring Field Specialists are prepared, supported, and performing at their best.
Responsibilities
- Support and Reporting: Partner with the Market Manager to execute retail strategies and provide comprehensive reports on field activities and performance metrics
- Retail Communication and Relations: Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with retail partners to ensure smooth program operations, addressing and resolving issues with professionalism.
- Leadership and Development: Guide and develop Field Specialists by providing essential tools and knowledge. Assisting with regular training sessions and ongoing support.
- Leadership and Development: Guide and develop Field Specialists by providing essential tools and knowledge.
- Assisting with regular training sessions and ongoing support.
- This position assists the Market Manager by contributing to on-the-ground operations and supporting a team of Field Specialists to deliver effective program activity in a highly regulated industry (tobacco/nicotine).
- This includes conducting site visits, providing real-time coaching, and addressing challenges as they arise to maintain program standards and compliance.
Requirements
- The ideal candidate will be deeply involved in day-to-day operations-mentoring a team of specialists, ensuring compliance, and driving performance across every consumer and retailer relationship built.
- 1-3 years of experience in field marketing, brand activation, retail engagement, or similar roles.
- Proven supervisory experience with a strong focus on team development and coaching.
- Solid understanding of compliance requirements in regulated industries and the ability to enforce guidelines consistently.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and articulate detailed product information.
- Must be 25+ years of age with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- In-market travel required up to a 40-mile radius.
- Highly organized with excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills with a talent for building meaningful relationships.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.
- What We're Looking For
- We seek a leader who thrives on being actively involved in every facet of the retail program. The ideal candidate will be deeply involved in day-to-day operations-mentoring a team of specialists, ensuring compliance, and driving performance across every consumer and retailer relationship built. Your hands-on approach and commitment to excellence will directly impact program success.
Company info
- What We're Looking For We seek a leader who thrives on being actively involved in every facet of the retail program.
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