Field Market Manager Iowa Market

Job DetailsJob Location: Des Moines - Des Moines, IA 50047Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $50,000.00 - $56,000.00 SalaryTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: AnyThe Field Market Manager is responsible for overseeing local event execution activities, transportation, inventory management, and staffing through the greater Des Moines market.  The role ensures the efficient movement and management of assets, equipment, and personnel while supporting the successful execution of experiential marketing programs, tours, activations, and client initiatives. The Field Market Manager provides leadership to operational staff while driving efficiency, cost control, safety, and service excellence throughout the organization.

Essential Functions:


Attend, lead,  and manage on-site events with local team members
Lead client and internal team meetings to ensure program objectives, logistics, staffing, and activation details are clearly communicated and executed
Recruit, develop, schedule, and manage local field staff to support program requirements
Develop and implement initiatives focused on labor reduction, operational efficiency, cost control and continuous process improvement
Manage inventory through company established inventory management systems 
Communicate transportation needs to appropriate internal teams and coordinate resources accordingly
Ensure program vehicles, equipment, and operational assets are properly maintained and compliant with company standards
Maintain accurate reporting and recordkeeping systems to monitor operational performance, inventory, and labor costs
Coordinate and monitor all phases of event logistics, transportation, warehousing, and production support activities
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful program execution
Ensure compliance with company policies including safety requirements, DOT regulations, and operational standards
Prepare forecasts, staffing plans, performance metrics, inventory and client required reports
Serves as market level resource for event operations, staffing, and field execution


 
QualificationsEducation:


High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Business Administration or a related field preferred


Experience:


2-4+ years in brand management and/or experiential/integrated marketing including field operations
Experience supervising employees and managing staffing resources
Experience working with budgets, forecasting, and operational plans


Skills:


Strong communication, leadership and team management skills 
Excellent organizational and problem solving skills with an attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Flexibility, versatility, and willingness to take on a range of responsibilities and maintain effective processes
Vehicle product knowledge is a plus
Ability to lift and move 50+ pounds


Schedule:


Schedule based on business needs and will vary on the season
Ability to travel 10-15% as needed (client/agency meetings, in-market trainings, in-market quality control to maintain the health of your assigned clients/programs)