Associate Manager, Trade Marketing

FIJI Water; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Wellness resources

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

FIJI Water is seeking an Associate Manager, Trade Marketing, based in West Los Angeles, CA, to drive trade marketing strategies. The incumbent will develop comprehensive programs aimed at increasing brand visibility and volume. This position requires a balance of strategic thinking and project management, alongside collaboration with various teams to ensure brand alignment.

With a flexible hybrid work schedule and a salary range of $73,000-$85,000, the ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience. Key benefits include medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in trade marketing or promotions.
• Experience managing projects and timelines with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in budget management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute national and regional trade marketing programs.
• Manage trade marketing budget and track spending effectively.
• Create account-specific POS materials in collaboration with branding teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Budget tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Job Title: Associate Manager, Trade Marketing

Job Description

The Associate Manager, Trade Marketing is responsible for driving national, regional, and account‑specific trade marketing opportunities for FIJI Water. This role requires a strong understanding of Retail and On‑Premise channels, shopper marketing strategies, and core commercial principles including ROI analysis and volume forecasting.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute trade and shopper marketing programs and toolkits for the U.S. Sales (Retail, On‑Premise) team at the national, regional, and retailer‑specific level, including consumer sweepstakes, cross‑promotions, and coupon programs that support secondary display and drive incremental volume.
• Create account‑specific point‑of‑sale materials in collaboration with Brand Marketing, Sales, design teams, and external vendors, ensuring alignment to brand standards and customer needs.
• Support management of the annual trade marketing budget, including tracking spend, processing invoices, and maintaining budget accuracy.
• Evaluate promotional performance using IRI, Margin Minder, and internal sales data, providing insights and recommendations to improve effectiveness.
• Create and manage coupon programs, including execution, tracking, and analysis of redemption to inform future planning.
• Administer and maintain the SharePoint site, ensuring timely distribution of marketing materials to the Sales team and consistent weekly sales communications.
• Oversee POS fulfillment vendor operations, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of materials.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in marketing, trade marketing, shopper marketing, or promotions within Food and Beverage or CPG.
• Experience working cross‑functionally with Sales, Brand, or external partners; demonstrated ability to manage projects and timelines.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project‑management skills.
• Experience working with creative agencies and external POS vendors preferred.
• Solid quantitative skills and understanding of basic financial processes, including invoice management and budget tracking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SharePoint or similar tools preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Occasional travel to support sales meetings and account calls.

Location & Schedule

Based at our West Los Angeles, CA office. Hybrid schedule: in-office Monday‑Wednesday, remote Thursday‑Friday.

Pay Range

$73,000‑$85,000, plus discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Wellness resources including 24/7 online physician consultations, virtual mental health support, and fitness benefits.
• Employee community groups and mentorship program.
• Professional development opportunities through Learning and Development resources.

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