Manager, Field Marketing

The Field Marketing Manager will provide local marketing strategy, marketing programs, campaigns, events & execution support for restaurants and franchise client partners to ensure increased brand awareness, engagement and sales. McAlister’s Field Marketing Manager will play a critical key role as marketing liaison & subject matter expert between franchise partners, agency partners, brand marketing, operations team and cross-functional engine teams. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, always has a positive attitude, solution-oriented, relationship builder and team player.

Qualifications Education
Bachelor's Degree Marketing, public relations, communications, business, advertising, or other related discipline Pref
Work Experience
4-7 years Experience in marketing, business administration, sales, or related field Pref
4-7 years Experience developing and executing local/regional marketing plans and programs Pref
Experience leveraging media, promotions, and public relations to drive results Pref
Retail, franchisee, and/or food service experience Pref
Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge of developing and executing marketing plans and programs across multiple platforms
Ability to analytically/statistically evaluate traditional and interactive media, marketing effectiveness, overall sales, and competitive trends
Ability to create program goals, messaging, communication, and overall event plans
Ability to communicate complex concepts in clear concise language; to demonstrate active listening while engaging others; and to establish, implement, and clearly communicate strategies that align with business needs and objectives to gain buy-in from stakeholder
Ability to present to key stakeholders in a relevant and compelling manner
Ability to assess situations, provide counsel, and identify solutions that resolve challenges/issues, while considering the best interests of all parties; to develop and implement short and long-term solutions; and to apply effective problem solving and decision-making to address business needs and issues
Ability to develop and maintain positive business relationships (e.g., senior management, stakeholders, other departments, etc.) and foster an environment of mutual respect, understanding, trust, and support
Ability to anticipate and respond to the needs of stakeholders (e.g., internal and external customers, etc.) in a timely manner
Ability to adapt and adjust planned work through analyzing work demands, competing priorities, and tight deadlines; and to understand the most effective and efficient means to accomplish tasks within the parameters of the organizational structure, processes, systems, and policies
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to travel overnight approximately 40% annually