Field Team Manager Full Time Job

Field Team Manager – Sandton, Johannesburg.

We are on the hunt for a dynamic and motivated Field Team Manager to lead and support our client’s Research team.

Your mian focus will be to take charge of various responsibilities related to field operations, including hiring, training, and motivating field agents, as well as overseeing the execution of fieldwork within project specifications.

The ideal candidate have proven experience and the natural authority in managing field teams and experience in conducting product tests on both food and non-food products.

R15 000 – R20 000 per month.

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid drivers license
• Positive “can-do” attitude with resourcefulness to handle new situations and generate creative ideas.
• Proven experience in managing field teams, including interviewers, field staff, salespeople, or workers.
• Experience in conducting product tests (both food and non-food products) across multiple locations, including central locations (CLT) or respondents’ homes (HUT).
• Natural authority to lead and guide the field team effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recruit, train, and motivate field agents to ensure a high-performing and cohesive team.
• Provide leadership and direction to the field team, fostering a positive work environment.
• Assign territories, schedules, and necessary supplies and equipment to field agents.
• Travel to test sites or respondents’ homes to evaluate the work of field agents and ensure compliance with project guidelines.
• Respond promptly to on-call tasks and provide support to field agents under supervision.
• Maintain effective communication and coordination with the Project Manager to ensure seamless project execution.
• Prepare and manage the budget for executing fieldwork, ensuring financial resources are allocated efficiently within project specifications.