Field Marketing Lead: Area Manager for Promotions Programs

JetFuel; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

JetFuel is seeking an Area Manager to lead and train a team of Promotional Specialists, executing in-market sampling programs to the highest client standards. You will act as the local point of contact for client field marketing and ensure flawless execution and reporting across all promotions.

A hands-on leader will staff and coach teams, partner with regional managers, and maintain clear communications with clients to meet objectives.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of adult beverage experience preferred
• Familiarity with on/off-premise marketing initiatives
• Prior promotional agency experience preferred
• Strong problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must have access to a smartphone
• Ability to lift and transport promotional materials and event assets as needed

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, and train staff to be knowledgeable about the client’s products, promotions, and industry specifics
• Act as the local point of contact for client field marketing, with all client communication flowing through field marketing
• Staff all required on-premise, off-premise, and special events
• Conduct spot checks on a regular, established cadence to ensure JetFuel quality standards meet the client’s expectations
• Recruit prospective Promotional Specialists
• Provide clear direction, expectations, and constructive feedback to improve execution standards and results

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Communication

Tools

MS Office

Smartphone access

Job description

JetFuel is seeking an Area Manager to lead and train a team of Promotional Specialists, executing in-market sampling programs to the highest client standards. You will act as the local point of contact for client field marketing and ensure flawless execution and reporting across all promotions.

A hands-on leader will staff and coach teams, partner with regional managers, and maintain clear communications with clients to meet objectives.