Trade Marketing Executive - Out Of Home - 12 Month FTC

JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coffee and tea company is seeking a Trade Marketing Executive for a 12-month FTC. The role blends sales and marketing responsibilities to drive brand growth in the Out of Home sector, requiring strong communication skills and a proactive approach to achieving strategic objectives. Successful candidates will have a minimum of 3 years in a dynamic marketing environment and a passion for making a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years experience in a branded food or drinks brand.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to surpass KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Manage OOH budget and track monthly forecasts.
• Coordinate trade show planning and logistics.
• Develop account-based marketing strategies.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Commercial Awareness

Proactivity

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Job description

Trade Marketing Executive - Out Of Home - 12 Month FTC

Who we are?

JDE Peet’s is the world's leading pure-play coffee and tea company, with local roots dating back to 1753, and is headquartered in the Netherlands. We unleash the possibilities of coffee and tea in more than 100 countries with a portfolio of over 50 brands, including L’OR, Peet’s, Jacobs, Senseo, Tassimo, Douwe Egberts, OldTown, Super, Pickwick and Moccona.

What’s it like to work at JDE Peet’s?

We are people united by the power and possibility of tea and coffee. At JDE Peet’s, we thrive on the freedom to pursue opportunities, provoking new ideas to make an impact at scale. Our ambition is simple – JDE Peet's: unleashing the possibilities of coffee and tea.

We bring action to our intentions, following through on what was agreed, always pushing things forward. We offer our people a range of learning and development programmes to support their personal growth.

At JDE Peet's, we believe it’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee or tea.

Apply to unleash a cup of amazing for your career. UNLEASH YOUR POSSIBILITY!

This role is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract

We are seeking a dynamic and versatile professional with a passion for delivering excellence. We're looking for someone who can seamlessly blend sales and marketing responsibilities to drive growth and foster brand awareness. As our Trade Marketing Executive, you'll be a strategic thinker and an effective communicator, ready to make a significant impact in the ‘Out of Home’ business unit.

Key Responsibilities:

• OOH Budget Management:
  • Raise purchase orders (POs) and manage goods receipting.
  • Track monthly actuals vs. plan and forecast budgets.
  • Oversee agency retainers (Regency, Clarion, OMNE).
• Set up new vendors and handle SAP setup.
• Ensure timely invoice payments.
• Review and source new vendor relationships.

OOH Sample Process:

• Approve samples and manage the budget.
• Update sample forms with costing and SKU updates.
• Raise sample payments.

Approve and support sales orders.

Source branded merchandise and POS.

Manage costs and restocking levels.

OOH Trade Show Planning:

• Select strategic shows and plan relevant solutions; work with the New Business Account manager on trade show and networking strategy.
• Organise show stand design and support materials.
• Coordinate logistics and conduct post-show ROI analysis.

Strategic Data Collation:

• Monitor trends and adjust strategy plans.
• Conduct gap analysis and collaborate with Insights team.
• Feed learnings into sales and brand teams.

ROI Tracking:

• Track initiatives and activations.
• Analyse impact and success.
• Share success stories and learnings.

Trade Marketing Asset Management:

• Manage asset creation with key stakeholders.
• Ensure OTIF delivery of assets.
• Monitor success and obtain results.

Account-Based Marketing:

• Develop strategies to win specific accounts.
• Focus on core segments like hotels, education, and contract catering.
• Open doors and start conversations with potential clients.

Manage the SharePoint toolkit for sales reps.

Collaborate to create necessary tools with OOH and CPG Team.

LinkedIn Organic Posts:

Plan and execute an organic social plan.

Support all brands, sectors, and channels.

Monitor and report on success and learnings.

Distributor and Mystery Shopper Management:

Serve as the key contact for monthly mystery shopper updates and feedback to internal stakeholders, distributors, and operations.

Act as the second point of contact with distributors.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3+ years previous experience within a branded and fast-growing, food or drinks brand.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and educate diverse audiences.
• A track record of successfully surpassing KPIs.
• Results-oriented, commercially savvy, great brand ambassador.
• Understanding of basic marketing principles and digital marketing tools.
• Passionate about delivering excellence, eager to learn and develop new skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working in a small, entrepreneurial environment.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong desire to contribute to business growth.
• Right to work in the UK.

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Our DE&I Statement

We aim to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization where everyone feels comfortable and can unleash their full potential. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected trait. We incorporate DE&I principles throughout our employee lifecycle and encourage reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The chance to be part of a passionate team within the coffee industry.