Associate Field Marketing Manager

Salary: $75,000-85,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Bonus Potential

Schedule: 90% nationwide (on-site) travel, 10% remote

Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems. Morrison's hospital kitchens, restaurants, and cafes feature socially responsible practices and exceptional guest experiences. The company's comprehensive Mindful Choices wellness and sustainability platform includes the latest in healthful eating and an understanding of behavioral change in food consumption. Morrison's alignment with Partnership for a Healthier America's (PHA) Hospital Healthy Food Initiative positively impacts up to 41 million patients and 500 million hospital meals annually. Morrison has been named one of Modern Healthcare's "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for the past five years, and Training Magazine's Top 125 organizations for the past six consecutive years. The company is a division of Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members.

The Associate Field Marketing Manager supports the development and execution of marketing and visual merchandising initiatives to help ensure a consistent and engaging brand presence across retail locations. In this field-based role, the Associate Field Marketing Manager works closely with marketing, culinary, and operations teams to assist in the implementation of visual merchandising strategies and retail marketing plans in alignment with Morrison Retail Marketing standards. This role helps support new account openings, refreshes, and ongoing retail programs, contributing to a positive customer experience and consistent brand execution.

The following outline of essential functions and performance expectations is designed to describe the key responsibilities of this role but does not include all tasks that may be assigned. Requirements listed reflect the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for success in this position.

Essential Job Functions

New Account Openings and Renovations:

• Assist the Field Marketing Manager with planning and coordinating marketing and visual merchandising strategies for new account openings and renovation projects.

• Support the Field Marketing Manager and Culinary teams in developing and deploying brand and marketing strategies for new and refreshed locations.

• Assist with the ordering and coordination of smallware's and signage in alignment with retail guidelines.

• Assist in implementing culinary and marketing food presentation standards to ensure brand consistency.

• Support the Field Marketing Manager in coordinating and facilitating training sessions for retail managers on visual merchandising standards, signage placement, and retail marketing programs.

• Track and assist with budget management and processing operational transfers related to marketing initiatives.

• Help identify operational needs and field support requirements for new business openings, cafe refreshes, and renovation projects, working closely with the Field Marketing Manager.

Retail Marketing Champion (RMC) Leadership:

• Assist the Field Marketing Manager in conducting monthly division calls to share company promotions, marketing initiatives, and program updates with Retail Marketing Champions (RMCs).

• Support the collection and review of performance feedback for RMCs, assisting the Field Marketing Manager with evaluations.

Market Intelligence:

• Assist the Field Marketing Manager in compiling "lessons learned" reports following renovations and account openings to help inform and improve future projects.

• Support the collection of competitive insights where applicable to help shape marketing and merchandising strategies.

Training and Development:

• Assist the Field Marketing Manager with identifying training needs and developing resources to support retail managers and frontline teams in implementing marketing programs and visual merchandising standards.

• Support onboarding and training of new Retail Managers and Retail Marketing Champions (RMCs) to ensure consistency in program delivery across the division.

• Help develop and share best practices, guides, and tools to support ongoing training efforts across the region.

Division Support:

• Support the presentation and communication of retail marketing strategies at division and regional meetings.

• Assist in coordinating retail initiatives and strategies in collaboration with Division and Regional leadership.

• Build and maintain positive working relationships with Regional Directors of Operations (RDO), Corporate Executive Chefs (CEC), and on-site management teams.

• Contribute to the development and execution of culinary and marketing standards to ensure consistency and alignment across all retail operations.

ADMINISTRATIVE:

• Manage SG&A and processes operational transfers in a timely manner (current fiscal period)

QUALIFICATIONS STANDARDS:

Interactive Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and personalities.

• Demonstrates flexibility, diplomacy, and professionalism in all interactions.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey ideas and strategies.

• Highly organized and resourceful with strong attention to detail.

• Balances results-driven focus with sound judgment and consideration for broader business goals.

• Service-oriented with the ability to confidently advocate for marketing initiatives and strategies.

• Works well within a team environment and contributes to a positive, collaborative culture.

• Proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Five + years' experience in restaurant marketing, merchandising and/or retail sales

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, business, or sales preferred

• Consumer oriented with proven marketing background

• Must be able to travel 90+%

• Ability to lift a minimum of 40lbs

• Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs

Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group USA

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Associates at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1405201

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