Area Manager

Activation Machine Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Activation Machine Inc. is seeking an Area Manager to oversee field merchandising, trade activation, and team execution across the Zamboanga region.

In this role, you will lead a team of Field Supervisors, manage key client and distributor relationships, and ensure 100% on-ground operational compliance. This full-time position requires strong leadership, extensive travel across field locations, and a proven track record in FMCG, trade marketing, or agency operations.

Qualifications

• Location: Must be based in or willing to work on-site in Zamboanga City.
• Experience: 3–5 years in FMCG, Trade Marketing, Field Merchandising, or Agency Operations; 2 years in managerial/supervisory roles.
• Field Operations: Proven track record in managing field teams and distributor management.
• Skills: Strong leadership, presentation, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel extensively within the region.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Field Merchandising and Activation Supervisors and project personnel.
• Coordinate execution briefings and ensure on-ground monitoring of field teams.
• Support FMAS in manpower training for promotions and merchandising campaigns.
• Ensure field activities follow approved guidelines and client briefs.
• Build relationships with clients, account managers, branch heads, and distributors.
• Provide regular operational updates and reports to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Area Manager - Field Merchandising & Activation

Location: Zamboanga City (Base)

Job Type: Full-time | Field Operations

About the Role:

We are seeking a results-driven Area Manager to oversee field merchandising, trade activation, and team execution across the Zamboanga region. In this role, you will lead a team of Field Supervisors, manage key client and distributor relationships, and ensure 100% on-ground operational compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Performance Management:

  • Supervise, mentor, and appraise Field Merchandising and Activation Supervisors (FMAS) and project personnel.

  • Conduct execution briefings and ensure supervisors consistently monitor field teams on the ground.

  • Assist FMAS in leading manpower training for ongoing promotional and merchandising campaigns.

• Field Execution & Quality Assurance:

  • Conduct regular field work and back-checking audits to ensure activities strictly follow approved operational guidelines and client briefs.

  • Cascade approved project proposals to Branch Managers and Supervisors to guarantee on-time project rollout across all covered branches.

• Client & Distributor Relations:

  • Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with clients, account managers, branch heads, and local distributor leads.

  • Prepare and deliver regular operational updates and presentations to assigned regional distributors.

  • Coordinate directly with clients on trade-related promotions, merchandising initiatives, and market adjustments.

• Strategy, Database & Reporting:

  • Identify, conceptualize, and recommend innovative trade marketing and merchandising programs tailored to the local market.

  • Build and maintain a regional trade/market database for your Area of Responsibility (AOR).

  • Submit required operational reports, expense reports (ER), and field audits promptly.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Location: Must be based in or willing to work on-site in Zamboanga City.

• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years in FMCG, Trade Marketing, Field Merchandising, or Agency Operations, with at least 2 years in a Managerial or Supervisory capacity.

• Field Operations: Proven track record in managing field teams, conducting trade audits/back-checking, and distributor management.

• Skills: Strong leadership, presentation, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities.

• Mobility: Willingness to travel extensively across field coverage locations within the region.