Market Manager – Southeast Region

Land O'Lakes, Inc.

. Visit retail stores regularly to support merchandising and product placement .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • United StatesJunior💰 $70,800 - $106,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong retail execution capabilities, including effective merchandising, product placement, and training within store environments. Proficient in using sales data and observations to drive territory-level decisions and enhance store performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Retail MerchandisingSales Data AnalysisStore-Level TrainingEffective CommunicationRelationship Building

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Hard Skills

Retail ExecutionProduct PlacementPlanogram ComplianceSales Performance AssessmentAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsRelationship BuildingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceDigital Communication Tools

Industry Keywords

RetailAgricultureLivestockFeed IndustryFarm & Ranch

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Visit retail stores regularly to support merchandising and product placement
Ensure products follow planograms and company standards
Make real-time 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 product knowledge and confidence
Serve as the primary field contact for assigned stores
Assess store needs and recommend actions to Retail Operations Managers and retail leaders
Coordinate with Retail Operations Managers on new store openings, product launches, and training needs
Identify execution barriers, determine next steps, and escalate issues requiring cross-functional support
Support new product introductions and expansion in stores
Support new store locations and increased store coverage
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 or equivalent experience
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
Experience working directly with retail stores or field-based environments preferred
Approximately 80% travel
Expect 3 to 4 overnight stays most weeks
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 skills and relationship-building ability at the store level
Basic analytical skills using sales data
Comfortable in a hands-on, customer-facing role
Ability to record store visits in Salesforce
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
PTO
Life & disability insurance
Education assistance
401(k)
Well-being resources