Our client, a leader in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, is seeking a Retail Market Development Lead to join their team. As a Retail Market Development Lead, you will be part of a dynamic team supporting market growth and development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a knack for building relationships which will align successfully in the organization. **Job Title:** Retail Market Development Lead **Location: Travel: Montgomery, Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, AL** **What's the Job?** + Engage with Independent Distributor Partners (IDPs) to analyze market conditions and identify growth opportunities. + Collaborate with retail store management and key decision-makers to build strong relationships and drive business success. + Conduct market visits to support promotional events and ensure effective execution of strategies. + Utilize technology and data analysis to inform business decisions and optimize performance. + Manage service-related issues promptly to maintain positive relationships with retailers and IDPs. **What's Needed?** + Bachelor's Degree preferred; minimum of 3 years of experience in sales or Consumer Packaged Goods. + Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and persuade. + Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. + Demonstrated leadership and analytical skills. + Willingness to travel locally and overnight as needed. **What's in it for me?** + Opportunity to work with major retail clients like Publix, Walmart, and Target. + Access to a company vehicle and necessary tools for success. + Engagement in a role that offers professional growth and development. + Work in a collaborative environment that values your input and expertise. + Be part of a team that is committed to building equity in the client’s business. **Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:** + Medical and Prescription Drug Plans + Dental Plan + Vision Plan + Health Savings Account + Health Flexible Spending Account + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account + Supplemental Life Insurance + Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance + Business Travel Insurance + 401(k), Plus Match + Weekly Pay If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.