
Field Marketing Manager - LCJ
Leap Brands, Kansas City, MO, United States
Position Overview
The Field Marketing Manager is responsible for driving local store marketing (LSM) execution and brand growth across a defined territory of franchise and/or corporate-owned pizza locations. This role partners closely with operations and franchisees to increase traffic, sales, and brand awareness through data-driven, community-focused marketing initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Local Store Marketing (LSM):
Develop and execute localized marketing strategies to drive traffic and sales across assigned markets
Customize national campaigns to ensure relevance at the store level
Franchisee & Operator Support:
Serve as the primary marketing partner to franchisees and operators
Provide guidance on marketing calendars, promotions, and budget allocation
Train and coach operators on best‑in‑class LSM execution
Campaign Execution:
Lead rollout of regional and national campaigns, ensuring consistent execution across all locations
Monitor performance and optimize based on ROI and market feedback
Community Engagement:
Build partnerships with schools, local businesses, and community organizations
Drive grassroots marketing efforts (events, sponsorships, fundraisers)
Digital & Media Strategy:
Oversee local digital marketing efforts including paid social, search, and third‑party delivery platforms
Optimize local listings, reviews, and reputation management
Performance Analytics:
Analyze sales, traffic, and marketing data to identify trends and opportunities
Provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve performance
New Store Openings:
Support grand openings and re‑openings with targeted marketing plans
Coordinate pre‑and post‑opening campaigns to maximize early sales
Qualifications
4–7+ years of experience in field marketing, local marketing, or brand marketing (QSR, restaurant, or retail preferred)
Experience working with franchise systems strongly preferred
Proven ability to influence and support multi‑unit operators
Strong understanding of digital marketing channels and local media planning
Analytical mindset with experience interpreting sales and campaign performance data
Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
Key Competencies
Operator‑first mindset
Strong business acumen
Ability to manage multiple markets and priorities
Collaborative and cross‑functional leadership
Results‑driven with a focus on ROI
Success Metrics
Same‑store sales growth across assigned territory
Traffic and transaction growth
ROI on local marketing spendFranchisee/operator satisfaction
Successful execution of campaigns and new store openings
Reporting Structure
Reports to: Director of Marketing / VP of Marketing
Works cross‑functionally with: Operations, Franchise Development, Digital Marketing, and Brand Teams
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