Associate Field Manager - North East region
Posting close date: 10/23/2026.
Role Overview
This role is designed as a development pathway into the Field Manager role, where you will grow into leading a team of merchandisers responsible for executing brand strategy across natural and conventional retailers in the North East region. They help drive best-in-class retail execution through consistent field presence, store-level relationship building, and hands-on support of the field team. They partner closely with the Field Manager to coach and support team members, reinforce expectations, and help ensure priorities are being executed consistently across the region. They spend time in the field alongside merchandisers, providing guidance, identifying opportunities, and helping solve challenges at the store level. Successful Associate Field Managers lead humbly through influence and inspiration, embody a servant leadership mindset, and have a desire and ability to engage their teams while driving results. Advancement is based on demonstrated readiness, performance, business needs, and available opportunities.
Candidates for this role must live in the New York Metro or northern New Jersey area. This region covers New York state, north New Jersey and the southwest corner of Connecticut.
Focus Area (% of Week)
- Field Execution / Team and Brand Ride-Alongs – 40%
- Team Coaching, Development & Performance Support – 25%
- Communication, Collaboration & Stakeholder Calls – 15%
- Reviewing Reporting & Ensuring Data Integrity – 10%
- Leadership Development & Regional Operations – 10%
What You’ll Own
People Leadership & Development: Build strong, trusting relationships with team