Field Marketing Senior Manager

Whataburger Restaurants; San Antonio (TX); Ibrido; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Weekly pay bonus program

Company vehicle

Cell phone and laptop

5 weeks PTO starting on Day One

Paid corporate holidays

Paid parental leave

401(k) match up to 4%

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Short‑term and long‑term disability

Career development opportunities

Whataburger Family FoundationScholar"

Discounted meals for you and a guest

Phone discounts

Software discounts

Fitness discounts

Awards and recognition program

Retirement celebration program

Descrizione del lavoro

Whataburger seeks a Regional Field Marketing Senior Manager to lead regional strategies that boost brand awareness, guest engagement, and sales across markets. Translate enterprise priorities into local programs, strengthen guest connections, and support restaurant performance with cross‑functional collaboration.

You will drive measurable results, manage budgets, and lead a marketing team in a field-based, travel‑heavy role. Residence within the region and willingness to travel are required.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 6+ years of experience in marketing, field marketing, brand marketing, or related disciplines.
• Experience developing and executing marketing strategies and campaigns.
• Experience managing budgets and marketing investments.
• Experience analyzing performance metrics and business results.
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing teams.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across cross‑functional teams.
• Strategic thinking with strong business acumen.
• Ability to adapt to and learn the technology platforms, systems, applications, and equipment used in the role.

Mansioni

• Develop and execute regional marketing strategies.
• Lead integrated marketing campaigns across assigned markets.
• Serve as a regional brand ambassador and community partner.
• Identify local marketing opportunities that drive traffic and sales.
• Partner with Operations to support restaurant performance goals.
• Evaluate campaign effectiveness and optimize results.
• Translate performance data into actionable recommendations.
• Manage regional marketing budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure brand consistency across local initiatives.
• Build relationships with media, community, and business partners.
• Lead, coach, and develop marketing team members.
• Align regional initiatives with enterprise priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Marketing strategy

Field marketing

Brand marketing

Budget management

Performance metrics

Team leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Cross‑functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Descrizione del lavoro

Welcome to Whataburger Careers!

Our Flavor — Why Whataburger Whataburger isn’t just a fast‑food burger chain it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up. Whether you’re leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance to Make a Difference. Since 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity, Serve with Heart, and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and Winning as One — because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients. If you’re ready — to learn, grow, impact, and Move Forward Boldly — we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection.

As a Regional Field Marketing Senior Manager, you’ll lead regional marketing strategies that drive brand awareness, guest engagement, and sales growth across your assigned markets. By translating enterprise priorities into locally relevant marketing programs, you’ll help strengthen our connection with Guests, support restaurant performance, and ensure the Whataburger brand remains a meaningful part of the communities we serve. In this role, you will Make a Difference by creating strategies that drive measurable business results and elevate the Guest experience. You’ll Serve with Heart by building authentic relationships with restaurant teams, community partners, and local stakeholders. You’ll Win as One by collaborating across Marketing, Operations, and cross‑functional teams to deliver impactful campaigns and initiatives. And you Move Forward Boldly by leveraging insights, innovation, and strategic thinking to maximize marketing effectiveness and strengthen brand relevance across the region.

Day‑to‑Day Ingredients — Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional marketing strategies.
• Lead integrated marketing campaigns across assigned markets.
• Serve as a regional brand ambassador and community partner.
• Identify local marketing opportunities that drive traffic and sales.
• Partner with Operations to support restaurant performance goals.
• Evaluate campaign effectiveness and optimize results.
• Translate performance data into actionable recommendations.
• Manage regional marketing budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure brand consistency across local initiatives.
• Build relationships with media, community, and business partners.
• Lead, coach, and develop marketing team members.
• Align regional initiatives with enterprise priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The Sauce — Pay & Perks

• Competitive Weekly Pay Bonus Program
• Company Vehicle, Cell Phone, and Laptop
• 5 weeks of PTO Starting on Day One
• Paid Corporate Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Short‑term and Long‑term Disability Benefits
• Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
• Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents also eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
• Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
• Cell Phone Service Discounts
• Computer & Software Discounts
• Fitness / Gym Discounts
• Awards and recognition for all you do
• Retirement Celebration Program

What You Bring to the Table — Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 6+ years of experience in marketing, field marketing, brand marketing, or related disciplines.
• Experience developing and executing marketing strategies and campaigns.
• Experience managing budgets and marketing investments.
• Experience analyzing performance metrics and business results.
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing teams.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across cross‑functional teams.
• Strategic thinking with strong business acumen.
• Ability to adapt to and learn the technology platforms, systems, applications, and equipment used in the role.

Extra Toppings — Desired Experience

• Experience supporting restaurant, retail, hospitality, or consumer‑facing brands.
• Experience leading multi‑market or regional marketing initiatives.
• Experience with Local Store Marketing (LSM) programs.
• Experience managing agency and media partnerships.
• Experience building community engagement strategies.
• Experience developing data‑driven marketing recommendations.
• Experience balancing brand priorities with local market needs.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented organization.

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is field‑based, supporting restaurants across an assigned market or region. You’ll travel frequently to partner with Operations, provide on‑site support, and maintain strong relationships with leaders and teams in the field. When not traveling, you’ll work from your home office, balancing independent work with virtual collaboration to support ongoing business needs. Success in this role requires full‑time availability, flexibility to adjust to evolving operational priorities, and the ability to travel regularly—including day trips, overnight travel, and extended market visits. While most travel will occur within your assigned market or region, some out‑of‑market support may be required based on business needs. Candidates must reside within the region they support and be able to travel throughout that area as needed.

Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law. Whataburger participates in the federal E-Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. *Eligibility rules may apply to specific benefits 300 Concord Plaza Dr San Antonio TX 78216-6903

People make the difference at Whataburger. We take pride in our work, take care of each other and love serving our customers. Join our family and we’ll work hard to instill values and skills that will serve you well no matter where your journey leads.