Trade Marketing Associate

JTI; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trade Marketing Associate to drive channel strategies and execution excellence in the Township trade channels. This role involves collaborating with key stakeholders to develop sustainable strategies that enhance customer and consumer experiences. With a focus on retail stores, the position requires a proactive individual with FMCG experience and a strong understanding of Route to Consumer models. Join a diverse and inclusive team that values your unique contributions and offers a pathway to build your success story. If you're ready to make an impact, apply now!

Qualifications

• 5+ years FMCG experience focusing on channel and trade strategies.
• Strong understanding of the Route to Consumer model.

Responsibilities

• Develop competitive channel strategies and business plans.
• Manage customer relationships and brand activation initiatives.
• Analyze trade insights and execute regional strategic plans.

Skills

Channel Strategy Development

Trade Marketing

Customer Relationship Management

Project Management

Strategic Thinking

Persuasive Ability

High Energy Levels

Excellence in Execution

Education

Tertiary Qualification in Business or Marketing

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

Job description

At JTI we celebrate differences, and everyone truly belongs. 46,000 people from all over the world are continuously building their unique success story with us. 83% of employees feel happy working at JTI.

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Trade Marketing Associate

What this position is about – Purpose :

In this role, you will be jointly responsible with the Channel Manager to develop competitive channel strategies, business planning and support for execution excellence of the strategic plans for the Township trade channels. The position is to develop in collaboration with key business stakeholders a competitive, effective, sustainable channel strategies and initiatives within the Township Trade. The focus is on retail stores and related RTM / RTC structures with an extended collaboration with other channel custodians to ensure a JTI 360 RTC strategy that supports customer and consumer-centric cross-channel plans. The position's scope will include a broad involvement in key Trade Marketing business practices. Based in HQ providing the required support to national, regional, and cross-functional department requirements through collaboration and planning. The position will extend to the SA + market where required but with a focus on Southern Africa.

What will you do – Responsibilities :

1. Channel Strategy and Business Plans: Full responsibilities will be allocated for the associate within this KPI.
2. Channel Commercial Planning: Full responsibilities will be allocated for the associate within this KPI.
3. Route to Market: Full responsibilities will be allocated for the associate within this KPI.
4. Customer Relationship Management: Full responsibilities will be allocated for the associate within this KPI.
5. Brand and Trade Activation: Full responsibilities will be allocated for the associate within this KPI.
6. Regional Strategic Plans: Full responsibilities will be allocated for the associate within this KPI.
7. Trade Insights and Analysis: Full responsibilities will be allocated for the associate within this KPI.

Whom are we looking for – Requirements :

• Tertiary Qualification; Business or Marketing
• 5 Years + FMCG Experience with a focus on developing channel and trade strategies, including a strong understanding of the Route to Consumer model. The position includes within RTC brand and trade activation development
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly MS Excel
• Business Acumen; Project Management; Strategic Thinking Professionalism; Persuasive Ability; High Energy Levels; Excellence in Execution, Independent and Pro-Active

What are the next steps in the Recruitment process :

Thank you very much for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply.

Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!

Next Steps :

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with TA > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with special needs. If you require any accommodations, please let the Talent Advisor know during the selection process.