Field Marketing Manager
NAYA · Darien, CT · 5 days ago
Marketing$90k–$105k/yrFull-time
New Restaurant Openings
- Cook up local marketing efforts for all new restaurant openings in partnership with the Marketing team
- Execute pre-opening, opening, and post-opening marketing plans designed to build awareness, drive trial, and accelerate guest acquisition
- Celebrate grand openings with VIP tastings, influencer previews, community nights, and local activations
- Create market-specific opening strategies tailored to each community
- Collaborate with Operations to ensure flawless execution during opening periods
Community Marketing & Partnerships
- Build and maintain relationships with schools, youth sports organizations, first responders, hospitals, local businesses, chambers of commerce, and community groups
- Identify opportunities for sponsorships, fundraising programs, and local partnerships that strengthen NAYA’s connection to the community
- Represent NAYA at community events, networking opportunities, and local business functions
- Develop scalable community engagement programs that can be replicated across markets
Local Store Marketing
- Partner with the Director of Marketing to create and execute market-specific marketing plans that drive traffic, frequency, and sales
- Work with General Managers and Operations leaders to identify local opportunities and business challenges
- Support restaurants with grassroots marketing initiatives, local events, and neighborhood outreach
- Create and manage local promotional calendars aligned with business objectives
Catering & Business Development
- Support Partner with Catering and Operations teams to drive awareness and lead generation within local business communities
- Develop relationships with office parks, schools, healthcare organizations, and community groups
- Coordinate local sampling and outreach programs that generate catering and group sales opportunities