Trade Marketing Specialist

Bernard Nickels & Associates; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 42,705 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Trade Marketing Specialist to oversee lens merchandising and support marketing initiatives. The role requires a minimum of 4 years of marketing or project management experience and strong project management skills. This hybrid position is located in Manhattan, NY and offers a pay range of $31 to $36 per hour. Benefits include medical and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant marketing or project management experience.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive results.
• Meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor lens merchandising and platforms.
• Support Director of Trade Marketing in budget management.
• Provide administrative support for Sales Consultants.

Skills

Project management skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Customer focus

Education

High school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s preferred)

Job description

Bernard Nickels & Associates provided pay range

This range is provided by Bernard Nickels & Associates. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$31.00/hr — $36.00/hr

Job Title: Trade Marketing Specialist

Job Type: Contract (W2)

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: 6 Months (with potential for extension)

Job Location: Manhattan, NY (HYBRID role; onsite 3 days per week)

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am‑5:00pm EST (40 hours per week)

Compensation: $31.00 to $36.00 per hour

Overview

The Trade Marketing Specialist is responsible for our global eyewear client's execution of lens merchandising and platforms marketing plans to improve the consumer journey and internal processes. Besides working closely with his/her manager (the Director of Trade Marketing), this role is responsible for collaborating with sales, brand marketing, global teams and trade marketing peers to ensure flawless execution of marketing initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor lens merchandising and platforms.
• Support Director of Trade Marketing in overseeing and managing trade marketing budget for all relevant activities.
• Support Director of Trade Marketing in communications with Sales and Marketing teams.
• Provide administrative and logistic support for Sales Consultants and Sales Managers regarding lens merchandising and platforms.
• Support other trade marketing projects as necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or GED/equivalent) required. Bachelor’s degree preferred (in Marketing, Business, or other related field).
• 4+ years of relevant marketing or project management experience.
• Strong project management skills (scheduling, budgeting, cross-functional collaboration).
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive results in dynamic environments.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Customer‑focused with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and innovation skills.
• Ability to navigate organizational complexity and ambiguity.
• Industry experience (eyewear) is desirable but not mandatory.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Finance, Marketing, and Project Management

Industries

Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance