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Motive · 2 weeks ago

Market Manager - Retail Direct Engagement Program (Charlotte, NC)

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Motive is looking for a Market Manager who thrives in fast-paced, on-the-ground environments and knows how to lead teams, build retail relationships, and deliver flawless execution. In this role, you'll oversee field execution, team performance, compliance, and retail partnerships for a 24-week retail engagement program.

Computer Software

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and motivate a team of Brand Specialists throughout a 24-week retail engagement program

Ensure team members are trained, supported, and consistently meeting performance and scheduling expectations

Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and performance excellence in-market

Uphold program integrity by ensuring strict adherence to all regulatory and brand guidelines

Review daily field reports for accuracy, completeness, and compliance—correcting discrepancies quickly

Act as the escalation point for compliance concerns, ensuring swift resolution and transparency

Support onboarding, training, and ongoing coaching of field staff

Equip specialists to confidently engage consumers, communicate product knowledge, and represent the brand professionally and compliantly

Manage inventory of program materials and assets—ensuring accurate tracking, distribution, and accountability

Maintain store readiness and execution standards across all participating locations

Build and maintain strong relationships with retail partners through weekly in-person visits and ongoing communication

Coordinate activation schedules, inventory planning, and program logistics with store managers

Serve as a trusted partner to retailers—sharing insights, feedback, and performance metrics

Deliver timely recaps, insights, and feedback to internal teams

Monitor competitive activity and share best practices from the field

Identify opportunities to improve execution, consumer engagement, and retailer satisfaction throughout the program

Qualification

Field marketing experienceCompliance understandingTeam managementOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsRelationship buildingDetail-oriented

Required

5–7 years of experience in field marketing, brand activation, retail or nightlife engagement, or related roles

Proven experience managing and coaching teams in fast-paced environments

Strong understanding of compliance in regulated industries, with the ability to enforce guidelines consistently

Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and reporting skills

Ability to quickly learn and confidently communicate complex product information

Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends as required by the program

Ability to travel within a 40-mile radius of Uptown Charlotte

Must be 21+, hold a valid driver's license, and have reliable transportation

Company

Motive

Glassdoor4.0

Motive empowers the people who run physical operations with tools to make their work safer, more productive, and more profitable.

Founded in 2013

San Francisco, California, US

1001-5000 employees

http://gomotive.com

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