Trade Marketer

Kelly Services; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing service provider is seeking a Trade Marketer in the Greater Ottawa Region. This role involves optimizing product distribution, managing trade budgets, and negotiating contracts. Candidates should have a strong sales background and exceptional communication skills. The position offers a salary of $70k - $75k, benefits, and opportunities for growth in a diverse environment.

Benefits

Health and Dental Benefits effective from day one

15 days Vacation, plus 4 days per year

Company Vehicle and cell phone provided

Opportunity for growth and a dynamic work environment

Potential to go permanent

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in FMCG sales.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Understanding of financial planning and time management.

Responsibilities

• Optimize product distribution and inventory levels.
• Manage territory data reports and trade program budgets.
• Negotiate independent retail contracts and monitor compliance.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Selling and negotiating skills

Time and project management skills

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Solid knowledge and skill in Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary education

Job description

Overview

Kelly’s customer, an International Product Manufacturer, is looking for a Trade Marketer to join their team on a 9 - 10-month contract, covering the Greater Ottawa Region, ON. The Trade Marketer will develop market share and volume within the territory by executing trade programs, optimizing product mix and ensuring product quality/freshness, core brand distribution, inventory levels, and timely collection of store-level data. The role also involves retail agreement and service fee budget allocations.

Responsibilities

• Optimize product distribution, inventory levels, space allocation and fair and competitive pricing at retail, wholesale, and cash & carry levels within the predefined territory.
• Manage territory data reports, trade program budgets, weekly expense accounts, car stock, tools and company car maintenance.
• Negotiate independent retail contracts and monitor compliance for key targeted accounts within assigned budgets and maintain proper account information.
• Implement retail programs and product launches to maximize ROI while staying within budget allocations and ensuring compliance and timely execution.
• Educate the trade to resell the organization products through brand attributes and use of trade support tools, and implement all retail initiatives assigned by the District Sales Manager.
• Monitor and report compliance of National and Regional chain agreements in the territory.
• Engage retail and wholesale customers on business trends and competitive activity, communicating insights in a timely manner.
• Present a professional image and build strong business rapport with customers in line with corporate guidelines and code of conduct.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education
• Exceptional communication skills
• Willingness to participate in decision making with regional management
• Full valid license required (company vehicle provided)
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Understanding of financial planning and time management
• Minimum 2 years experience in FMCG sales
• Time and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects with multiple stakeholders
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Solid knowledge and skill in Microsoft Office
• Selling and negotiating skills
• Must reside in the Greater Ottawa Region and be able to cover East or West Ottawa

Perks

• Working on the road Monday to Friday
• Salary from $70k - $75k, depending on experience
• Health and Dental Benefits effective from day one
• 15 days Vacation, plus 4 days per year (prorated for 2025)
• Company Vehicle and cell phone provided, with expenses paid, plus $60/month Internet Allowance
• Opportunity to work for a dynamic organization with growth opportunities and a diverse and inclusive environment
• Potential to go permanent

EEO Statement: Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodation for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Kelly will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Kelly in advance.

Kelly is committed to providing a workplace that respects the dignity of all employees and supports inclusive practices in hiring, advancement, and training.