Market Manager

Land O'Lakes, Inc.

. Support growth of the Purina Feed brand across Farm & Ranch retail partners in the Midwest Region .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • Iowa • United StatesJunior💰 $70,800 - $106,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong relationship-building and communication skills while effectively managing a field-based territory. Proficient in utilizing sales data and store observations to drive merchandising strategies and improve product placement in retail environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Retail Sales ExperienceField-Based Territory ManagementSales Data AnalysisEffective Communication SkillsRelationship-Building Skills

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Hard Skills

Retail MerchandisingProduct PlacementPromotional ExecutionStore ResetsBasic Analytical Skills

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsIndependent WorkMulti-Priority Management

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceDigital Communication Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

AgricultureLivestockFeed IndustryFarm & Ranch Retail

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support growth of the Purina Feed brand across Farm & Ranch retail partners in the Midwest Region
Visit retail stores regularly to support merchandising and product placement
Ensure products follow planograms and company standards
Make recommendations to improve product placement, shelf presence, and promotional execution
Identify opportunities to improve shelf space, visibility, and performance
Engage store associates and leaders around products and selling approaches
Determine store-level execution priorities based on sales performance, merchandising gaps, product availability, and growth opportunities
Build store-level relationships and product knowledge
Serve as primary field contact for assigned stores
Assess store needs and recommend actions to Retail Operations Managers and retail leaders
Coordinate support for new store openings, product launches, and training
Identify execution barriers, determine next steps, and escalate issues requiring cross-functional support
Support new product introduction and expansion in stores
Prioritize store coverage and field support across the assigned market
Partner with sales, marketing, and retail operations teams
Assist with regional events, promotions, and store resets
Participate in retailer meetings and calls as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
1 year of experience in retail, sales, or store-level training
Ability to use sales data, store observations, and partner feedback to make territory-level decisions and recommendations
Strong ability to work independently and manage a field-based territory
Effective communication skills; comfortable training and presenting to groups
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Basic analytical skills and ability to use sales data
Comfortable in a hands-on, customer-facing role
Ability to record store visits in Salesforce
Approximately 80% travel
Expect 3 to 4 overnight stays most weeks
Experience working directly with retail stores or field-based environments preferred
Experience in agriculture, livestock, or feed industry preferred
Familiarity with Farm & Ranch or similar retail environments
Understanding of retail merchandising and store resets
Experience with basic digital tools for communication or training
Candidates must be located within the sales area (Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Life and disability insurance
Education assistance
401(k)
Well-being resources
Holiday pay
Employee development programs
Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug-free workforce