trade engagement Executive - region 2 (isabela and/or nueva vizcaya)Japan Tobacco International

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Please apply till July 13, 2021, COB
Local applicants are welcome.
Department: Marketing
Location: Region 2 (Isabela and/or Nueva Vizcaya)
Reporting to: Shopper Field Marketing Zone Manager - North Luzon
Role: Permanent
WHAT THIS POSITION IS ABOUT - PURPOSE
Field Marketing Executive is responsible for driving Consumer volume and Retailer distribution growth within his/her assigned territory. Based on his/her assessment of the issues and opportunities in the territory, making use of available information, collaboration with the field sales force, he/she will develop the necessary programs that will address these issues and opportunities, supporting the delivery of the territory's KPI's.
WHAT WILL YOU DO - RESPONSIBILITIES
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
Review and understand all relevant information within the assigned territory through data understanding, competitive review, fieldwork, and insight in order to identify issues and opportunities and develop appropriate short-term and long-term plans for JTI brands within the territory.
Responsible for initiating and securing complete project approval (OPB) and all operational mandatories to run the program (Coordination with Promo Agencies, PPO, Suppliers, TME encoding, testing, and production).
LEADING IMPLEMENTATION
Develop selling tools and lead in the briefing to field sales in order to guide them in the proper execution of programs across trade partners and outlets consistent with program objectives, timelines, allocations, and all other company protocols.
Manage overall deployment and implementation of Brand-led /Area SFM-led/ Zonal SFM-led activities in the territory. Key representative of Shopper Field Marketing in overseeing all activities in the territory which will cover but not limited to: deals, price offs, trade incentives, bundling activities (multi-pack or premium), trade rebates, sampling, and brand activations.
Manage full-year Sales and Marketing activity calendar in the territory. * PROGRAM EVALUATION
Survey program execution to ensure compliance with standards / intended trade impact. Immediately resolve or address any program issues.
Review performance vs objectives in terms of volume, implementation guidelines, competitive response, ease in the implementation, promo spending (ROI, CTSR, CTISR). Oversee, monitor, measure execution success and program post-evaluation.
TERRITORY LEADERSHIP
New Product: Support Brand and Shopper Field Marketing on New Product Launches. Plans out pipeline volumes, distribution, merchandising, and pricing standards for the territory. Develop new product trade programs that will help field sales towards the achievement of business objectives.
Route to Market: Provide support in understanding and developing an efficient route to market model.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Responsible for promotions budget management and proper use of program tools and materials up until closure and depletion. Establish strict management for program enablers and other support selling stock controls such as:
a. monetary budget
b. free goods
c. merchandising materials
d. premium items
e. physical counting of selling stocks (depot and vehicles)
OTHER TASKS
Perform other necessary ad hoc tasks that may arise as part of brand / competitive dynamics in the assigned area.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR - REQUIREMENTS:
College Graduate
At least 3 years experience in Sales, Trade/Channel Marketing, or Marketing that includes on-ground Field Sales experience from an FMCG company.
Good communication skills - Oral and Written (English, Filipino)
Data Gathering, Insights, and Analysis
Trade & Channel Development Strategy & Plan Formulation
Problem Solving
Project Management and Monitoring
Presentation Skills
Evaluation
Budget Management
Adept with MS Office (Word, Excel & Powerpoint)
Strong leadership skills
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Be covered with medical insurance and HMO upon hiring, with HMO dependent coverage and medicine allowance
Receive bonuses and cash allowances such as meal and transport allowance
Have access to over 200 company training
Well-being programs for employees
Opportunities for your career growth
Recreational facilities in the office - Videoke, billiard and table tennis
Be part of a truly international and diverse company with over 40,000 employees in 130 countries.
Experience the culture of an Investors in People certified company
Find out why 9 out of 10 employees recommend us to a friend.
Understand why 9 out of 10 employees say they feel free to be themselves.
WHAT ARE THE NEXT STEPS - RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Thank you very much for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply.
We will make sure every candidate will receive a reply within 2 weeks after the application deadline.
Japan Tobacco International

Nueva Vizcaya
Permanent
Full-time