29 Oct
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Hive Retail Solutions
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Canada
29 Oct
Hive Retail Solutions
Canada
Position: Field Team Lead - Quebec
Coverage Area: Quebec
Contract Type: Part-Time and Fixed Term Contract (12 - 14 Months)
Bilingual: French and English
Hive Retail Solutions is a retail merchandising and sales agency dedicated to supporting CPG brands across Canada in Grocery, Drug, Mass and the Independent channels. Hive pairs world class analytics with gold standard relationships at retail that results in execution meeting excellence.
WHO WE ARE
At Hive Retail Solutions, we foster a dynamic, cooperative work environment where our team thrives. We value flexibility, independence, and supporting both personal well-being and professional growth. If you're excited by change, problem-solving, and building meaningful relationships, you'll fit right in
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Quebec Field Team Lead is responsible for leading, developing, and optimizing a team of Field Representatives to deliver best-in-class retail execution across a dynamic and high-volume territory. This role plays a critical part in translating client strategy into in-store excellence, driving distribution, visibility, and brand growth within both conventional and specialty retail environments.
As a hands-on operational leader, the Field Team Lead ensures consistent execution against client priorities while fostering a high-performance, accountable, and engaged team culture. This role blends people leadership, operational planning, and client alignment, requiring a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and a strong presence in the field.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of full-time and part-time Field Representatives.
- Conduct regular in-field coaching,
ride-alongs, and performance check-ins.
- Foster a high-performance culture aligned with company values and expectations.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing training of field team members.
- Provide clear direction, motivation, and recognition to drive engagement and retention.
Retail Execution & Performance Management
- Ensure consistent execution of client priorities across all assigned retail locations.
- Set, monitor, and manage KPIs related to distribution, merchandising, and execution quality.
- Analyze performance data and provide actionable insights to improve outcomes.
- Address performance gaps through coaching, development plans, and accountability measures.
Territory & Coverage Optimization
- Oversee scheduling, routing, and territory planning to ensure optimal efficiency.
- Maintain a minimum 95% coverage target across the assigned region.
- Continuously identify opportunities to improve route planning and reduce travel inefficiencies.
- Proactively address coverage gaps, turnover, or capacity challenges.
Client & Stakeholder Collaboration
- Partner closely with Brand Partner Managers (CSMs) to align on priorities and execution strategies.
- Participate in regular business reviews, providing insights on field performance and opportunities.
- Support the execution of client programs, including POS placement and promotional activities.
- Act as a key feedback loop between the field team and internal stakeholders.
Communication & Operational Rhythm
- Lead regular team meetings (monthly priority calls, weekly updates) to align on goals and expectations.
- Deliver consistent brand and program updates to ensure clarity and execution consistency.
- Maintain robust communication across cross-functional teams to support operational success.
Field Presence & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain an active presence in the field to stay connected to store-level execution.
- Participate in Road Days and new territory launches as required.
- Identify trends, challenges, and opportunities within the retail environment.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team effectiveness and client outcomes.
Required Skills & Experience
- Bilingual (French and English)
- 3-5 years of experience in team leadership within retail, merchandising, or CPG environments.
- Proven experience managing field-based teams and driving performance outcomes.
- Strong understanding of retail operations and in-store execution standards.
- Demonstrated ability to manage KPIs, scheduling, and territory logistics.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills (in French and English).
- Highly organized with strong time management and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace and field management tools (e.g., Repsly or similar is an asset).
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Willingnes
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