Field Marketing Associate Jobs in Illinois
Field Marketing Associate jobs in Illinois concentrate heavily in consumer packaged goods, technology, and retail, with the Chicago metro anchoring demand for everything from entry-level brand ambassadors to senior field strategists. Most active hiring happens in Chicago, Naperville, and Deerfield, where established employers like McDonald's corporate, Kraft Heinz, and Medline Industries maintain large marketing operations. The most in-demand specialties are territory sales support, event activation, and channel marketing for distributed retail networks. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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OpenGov is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.S. More than 2,000 cities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and special districts rely on the OpenGov Public Service Platform to operate efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen the public trust. Category-leading products include enterprise asset management, procurement and contract management, accounting and budgeting, billing and revenue management, permitting and licensing, and transparency and open data. These solutions come together in the OpenGov ERP, allowing public sector organizations to focus on priorities and deliver maximum ROI with every dollar and decision in sync. Learn about OpenGov’s mission to power more effective and accountable government and the vision of high-performance government for every community at OpenGov.com.
Role Summary
The Senior Field Marketing Manager will drive pipeline and revenue growth through strategic field marketing execution, owning the entire field marketing portfolio, budget, and team. You'll develop and execute field marketing strategy across 150-200 events annually, lead the OpenGov Conference and user groups, manage a team of field marketers, and own the pipeline number and ROI for all field initiatives.
You'll be a strategic field marketing leader who combines ABM expertise with event portfolio management, team leadership, and P&L accountability. You'll decide which events to attend, build the business case for each, optimize ROI across the portfolio, and lead your team to execute field marketing at scale using AI and marketing automation.
What You'll Do
Field Marketing Strategy & Portfolio Management
Develop and execute annual field marketing strategy aligned with company revenue targets and market priorities.
Curate the event portfolio: evaluate and select from 150-200+ potential events annually. Build business cases for events based on target account density, market opportunity, and expected ROI.
Manage the field marketing budget—allocate resources across events, staffing, collateral, technology, and team. Track spend and optimize for positive ROI across the portfolio.
Own the total field pipeline number and ROI metrics. Set targets for each event and the portfolio; track performance and optimize based on data.
OpenGov Conference & User Groups
Own the OpenGov Conference strategy, planning, and execution—including registration, ticketing, content, sponsorships, attendee engagement, post-event follow-up.
Develop and manage the user groups and roundtable program strategy. Determine frequency, topics, locations, and engagement tactics.
Ensure these signature events drive pipeline, customer advocacy, and market presence.
Team Leadership & Development
Lead and manage a team of field marketers. Set expectations, provide coaching and feedback, develop skills, and ensure accountability for outcomes.
Delegate event ownership to your team; provide strategic guidance while they execute.
Work with Operations and Finance to manage budget, hiring, and team tools.
ABM & Demand Generation Integration
Ensure each event is grounded in ABM strategy: identify target accounts by product and region, develop pre-event engagement tactics, and build comprehensive post-event follow-up campaigns.
Build relationships with Growth Marketing, Product, Sales and Sales Development to align on field strategy and execution.
Leverage AI and marketing automation (Claude, MCPs, marketing platforms) to scale pre-event targeting, post-event sequences, and demand generation.
Performance, Optimization & Reporting
Conduct post-event analysis for each event: track ROI, pipeline contribution, attendance quality, follow-up conversion, and SDR handoff metrics.
Identify optimization opportunities and best practices; apply learnings to future events.
Present field marketing performance and strategic recommendations to leadership quarterly. Influence GTM strategy based on market insights and event learnings.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Collaborate with Sales, Product Marketing, Growth Marketing, Product, and Finance on field strategy, account targeting, and event execution.
Represent field marketing at leadership meetings; shape overall GTM strategy with insights from the field.
Partner with external vendors (event organizers, catering, logistics) and negotiate contracts that protect ROI.
What We're Looking For
7+ years of field marketing, event marketing, or ABM experience in B2B SaaS, ideally at a high-growth company managing event portfolios at scale.
Proven track record managing and optimizing event portfolios (20+ events annually) for pipeline and ROI.
Experience leading and managing teams; demonstrated ability to develop talent and drive accountability.
Strong financial acumen: ability to build budgets, track ROI, and optimize spend across a portfolio.
Deep understanding of ABM strategy, account segmentation, and target account marketing.
Experience with Salesforce, marketing automation platforms, and analytics tools.
Proficiency with event marketing platforms and CRM systems.
AI-forward mindset: Comfortable leveraging Claude and marketing MCPs to scale field marketing execution and demand generation.
Strategic thinker; able to develop field marketing strategy, build business cases, and measure impact.
Executive presence; proven ability to influence stakeholders, present findings to leadership, and shape organizational decisions.
Results-driven with a passion for owning pipeline numbers and measuring ROI.
Flexible and willing to travel regularly to field events.
Nice-to-Haves
Experience owning and executing user conferences or signature events.
Background in user group development and community building.
Experience with budget management and P&L accountability for a marketing function.
Track record building and managing event marketing teams.
Understanding of government or public sector marketing.
Compensation:
Chicago, IL: $145,000-$160,000
On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.
The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.
Why OpenGov?
A Mission That Matters.
At OpenGov, public service is personal. We are passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. Government that operates efficiently, adapts to change, and strengthens public trust. Some people say this is boring. We think it’s the core of our democracy.
Opportunity to Innovate
The next great wave of innovation is unfolding with AI, and it will impact everything—from the way we work to the way governments interact with their residents. Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government. We’ve touched 2,000 communities so far, and we’re just getting started.
A Team of Passionate, Driven People
This isn’t your typical 9-to-5 job; we operate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where impact matters more than simply clocking in and out. Our global team of 800+ employees is united in our commitment to challenge the status quo. OpenGov is headquartered in San Francisco and has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dubuque, Dallas, and Pune.
A Place to Make Your Mark
We pride ourselves on our performance-based culture, where every employee is encouraged to jump in head-first and take action to help us improve. If you have a great idea, we want to hear it. Excellent performance is recognized and rewarded, and we love to promote from within.
Benefits That Work for You
Enjoy an award-winning workplace with the benefits to match, including:
Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families
Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
401(k) with company match
Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions
Professional development and growth opportunities
A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches.
Compensation Range: $145K - $160K
OpenGov is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.S. More than 2,000 cities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and special districts rely on the OpenGov Public Service Platform to operate efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen the public trust. Category-leading products include enterprise asset management, procurement and contract management, accounting and budgeting, billing and revenue management, permitting and licensing, and transparency and open data. These solutions come together in the OpenGov ERP, allowing public sector organizations to focus on priorities and deliver maximum ROI with every dollar and decision in sync. Learn about OpenGov’s mission to power more effective and accountable government and the vision of high-performance government for every community at OpenGov.com.
Role Summary
The Senior Field Marketing Manager will drive pipeline and revenue growth through strategic field marketing execution, owning the entire field marketing portfolio, budget, and team. You'll develop and execute field marketing strategy across 150-200 events annually, lead the OpenGov Conference and user groups, manage a team of field marketers, and own the pipeline number and ROI for all field initiatives.
You'll be a strategic field marketing leader who combines ABM expertise with event portfolio management, team leadership, and P&L accountability. You'll decide which events to attend, build the business case for each, optimize ROI across the portfolio, and lead your team to execute field marketing at scale using AI and marketing automation.
What You'll Do
Field Marketing Strategy & Portfolio Management
Develop and execute annual field marketing strategy aligned with company revenue targets and market priorities.
Curate the event portfolio: evaluate and select from 150-200+ potential events annually. Build business cases for events based on target account density, market opportunity, and expected ROI.
Manage the field marketing budget—allocate resources across events, staffing, collateral, technology, and team. Track spend and optimize for positive ROI across the portfolio.
Own the total field pipeline number and ROI metrics. Set targets for each event and the portfolio; track performance and optimize based on data.
OpenGov Conference & User Groups
Own the OpenGov Conference strategy, planning, and execution—including registration, ticketing, content, sponsorships, attendee engagement, post-event follow-up.
Develop and manage the user groups and roundtable program strategy. Determine frequency, topics, locations, and engagement tactics.
Ensure these signature events drive pipeline, customer advocacy, and market presence.
Team Leadership & Development
Lead and manage a team of field marketers. Set expectations, provide coaching and feedback, develop skills, and ensure accountability for outcomes.
Delegate event ownership to your team; provide strategic guidance while they execute.
Work with Operations and Finance to manage budget, hiring, and team tools.
ABM & Demand Generation Integration
Ensure each event is grounded in ABM strategy: identify target accounts by product and region, develop pre-event engagement tactics, and build comprehensive post-event follow-up campaigns.
Build relationships with Growth Marketing, Product, Sales and Sales Development to align on field strategy and execution.
Leverage AI and marketing automation (Claude, MCPs, marketing platforms) to scale pre-event targeting, post-event sequences, and demand generation.
Performance, Optimization & Reporting
Conduct post-event analysis for each event: track ROI, pipeline contribution, attendance quality, follow-up conversion, and SDR handoff metrics.
Identify optimization opportunities and best practices; apply learnings to future events.
Present field marketing performance and strategic recommendations to leadership quarterly. Influence GTM strategy based on market insights and event learnings.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Collaborate with Sales, Product Marketing, Growth Marketing, Product, and Finance on field strategy, account targeting, and event execution.
Represent field marketing at leadership meetings; shape overall GTM strategy with insights from the field.
Partner with external vendors (event organizers, catering, logistics) and negotiate contracts that protect ROI.
What We're Looking For
7+ years of field marketing, event marketing, or ABM experience in B2B SaaS, ideally at a high-growth company managing event portfolios at scale.
Proven track record managing and optimizing event portfolios (20+ events annually) for pipeline and ROI.
Experience leading and managing teams; demonstrated ability to develop talent and drive accountability.
Strong financial acumen: ability to build budgets, track ROI, and optimize spend across a portfolio.
Deep understanding of ABM strategy, account segmentation, and target account marketing.
Experience with Salesforce, marketing automation platforms, and analytics tools.
Proficiency with event marketing platforms and CRM systems.
AI-forward mindset: Comfortable leveraging Claude and marketing MCPs to scale field marketing execution and demand generation.
Strategic thinker; able to develop field marketing strategy, build business cases, and measure impact.
Executive presence; proven ability to influence stakeholders, present findings to leadership, and shape organizational decisions.
Results-driven with a passion for owning pipeline numbers and measuring ROI.
Flexible and willing to travel regularly to field events.
Nice-to-Haves
Experience owning and executing user conferences or signature events.
Background in user group development and community building.
Experience with budget management and P&L accountability for a marketing function.
Track record building and managing event marketing teams.
Understanding of government or public sector marketing.
Compensation:
Chicago, IL: $145,000-$160,000
On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.
The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.
Why OpenGov?
A Mission That Matters.
At OpenGov, public service is personal. We are passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. Government that operates efficiently, adapts to change, and strengthens public trust. Some people say this is boring. We think it’s the core of our democracy.
Opportunity to Innovate
The next great wave of innovation is unfolding with AI, and it will impact everything—from the way we work to the way governments interact with their residents. Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government. We’ve touched 2,000 communities so far, and we’re just getting started.
A Team of Passionate, Driven People
This isn’t your typical 9-to-5 job; we operate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where impact matters more than simply clocking in and out. Our global team of 800+ employees is united in our commitment to challenge the status quo. OpenGov is headquartered in San Francisco and has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dubuque, Dallas, and Pune.
A Place to Make Your Mark
We pride ourselves on our performance-based culture, where every employee is encouraged to jump in head-first and take action to help us improve. If you have a great idea, we want to hear it. Excellent performance is recognized and rewarded, and we love to promote from within.
Benefits That Work for You
Enjoy an award-winning workplace with the benefits to match, including:
Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families
Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
401(k) with company match
Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions
Professional development and growth opportunities
A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches.
Compensation Range: $145K - $160K
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in field marketing associate jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field required
- One or more years of field, retail, or territory marketing experience preferred
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for regular territory travel
- Proficiency with CRM platforms and field reporting tools such as Salesforce
- Strong ability to execute in-store activations, demos, and promotional events independently
- Experience collaborating with regional sales teams and managing multiple market accounts
Field Marketing Associate Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a field marketing associate in Illinois?
Field marketing associate roles in Illinois do not require a state-issued license or registration. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or communications alongside some hands-on field or retail experience. Chicago-area companies frequently recruit through university career fairs at institutions like the University of Illinois at Chicago and DePaul University. Building a portfolio of event activations, campaign results, or territory sales data strengthens any application considerably.
Which companies hire field marketing associates in Illinois?
Employers hiring field marketing associates in Illinois right now include Abbott, Neumo Holdings, and Chervon North America, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of consumer goods headquarters and regional distribution hubs means field marketing roles open consistently throughout the year, not just in seasonal bursts.
Which Illinois cities have the most field marketing associate jobs?
Chicago, Naperville, and Illinois account for the largest share of field marketing associate openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the bulk of demand because of its corporate headquarters density in consumer goods, healthcare, and technology, while Naperville and Deerfield attract openings tied to the large suburban campuses of companies like Kraft Heinz and Medline that require dedicated territory coverage in the broader metropolitan market.
Are there remote field marketing associate jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. About 82% of field marketing associate openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how fundamentally in-person this role is. The parts of the work most amenable to remote arrangements are campaign planning, reporting, and coordination calls, while in-store activation, event staffing, and retailer relationship visits require a physical presence.
How can I get hired as a field marketing associate in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a brand ambassador or field merchandiser role at a consumer goods company, which Illinois has in abundance given its Chicago-area headquarters cluster. Large employers like Kraft Heinz and McDonald's corporate run structured rotational or associate marketing programs that specifically accept recent graduates. Lateral moves from retail management, event coordination, or inside sales are also common. A portfolio showing measurable results from campus organizations, freelance promotions, or volunteer event work gives candidates a clear edge over applicants with only coursework.
Where can I find and apply to field marketing associate jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to field marketing associate jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings in one place. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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