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Tactical Field Manager

Territory: Dublin & surrounding areas Contact: 12 months fixed term contract with the potential to lead to longer term opportunities

Salary: €18,000 per annum (€36K per annum FTE) plus a €8.50 daily lunch allowance for days in trade, mileage reimbursement at 34c per kilometre using your own vehicle

Working Pattern: 2.5 days throughout the week

At Zing, we help brands connect with consumers through expert field marketing and tactical activation solutions. We are looking for a motivated and people-focused Tactical Field Manager to join our growing team and support the delivery of high-quality campaigns across your region.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing people, and has a passion for operational excellence and field team performance.

What will you be doing?

As Tactical Field Manager, you will play a key role in attracting, recruiting, training, and managing a high-performing team of Activators across your region. You’ll work closely with internal teams and clients to ensure activities are delivered to the highest standard while supporting business growth and operational success.

Your responsibilities will include:

Recruiting, onboarding, and inducting new Activators
Managing and maintaining colleague profiles and performance records
Delivering engaging training sessions both one-to-one and in groups
Coaching and developing field teams through accompanied visits and performance feedback
Monitoring field performance through reporting systems and taking action where required
Conducting audits and ensuring completion of all assigned activities
Supporting reporting, payroll administration, and operational processes
Acting as the main point of contact for Activators and new recruits
Attending client meetings, training events, and management meetings as required
Supporting the wider management team with operational and project-based activities
Driving engagement, motivation, and performance across the field team

What are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who is energetic, organised, and confident managing people in a field-based environment.

The ideal candidate will have:

Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Previous experience in field management, retail, FMCG, sales, or operational environments
The ability to coach, motivate, and inspire others
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
A proactive and solution-focused mindset
Confidence working independently and as part of a wider team
Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and web-based systems
The ability to manage projects from start to finish in a fast-moving environment

Key Skills & Attributes

Highly motivated with a positive and flexible attitude
Strong leadership and people development skills
Comfortable delivering presentations and training sessions
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Professional, adaptable, and customer-focused
Ability to communicate sensitive information tactfully and professionally

What’s in it for you?

Competitive salary package
€8.50 lunch allowance for days worked in trade
Mileage reimbursement at 34c per kilometre
Opportunities for career development and progression
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Varied and fast-paced role with no two days the same
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Exposure to exciting campaigns and well-known brands

Additional Requirements

Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle required
Comfortable with regular travel and occasional overnight stays
Flexibility to support weekend or out-of-hours activities when required

If you are passionate about people, performance, and delivering outstanding results, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join Zing as a Tactical Field Manager.

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