Job Description
Job Description
- Manage and develop existing customer relationships with key retailers while providing support with the development of Top retailers, including their Convenience business.
- Extend the depth and breadth of distribution for our branded portfolio of both Impulse and Share product ranges with new and existing customers.
- Although not a key priority, opportunities exist to partner with selected retailers to develop their own brands utilising our capabilities.
- Devise exceptional joint business plans with key customers which deliver incremental revenue and profit growth.
- Build promotional programs which maximise return on investment and deliver against business objectives, while ensuring investment is relative to scale or strategic importance.
- Stay engaged with internal and external trade and market developments, suggesting new ways to drive revenue growth.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education / Certifications:
- BSc/BA in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
- MSc/MA in Marketing or Business Administration is preferred.
Job specific requirements:
The Successful Applicant should have
- at least 10 years customer management experience working with the key grocery retailers
- A huge passion for selling, whilst being comfortable presenting, negotiating, and influencing at all levels
- At least 5+ year at sales and product distribution and channel management, previous experience in sales or trade marketing/activations is a plus
- Proven track record of success in management of trade partners and distribution network and executing sales campaigns
- Significant experience in the consumer goods sector, particularly in food products, is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in sales and marketing software and digital marketing platforms.
- Advanced skills in data analysis and market research.
- Exceptional communication (oral and written) and presentation skills.
- Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Required Leadership Behaviors
- Consumer and Customer Focus
- Bias For Action
- Accountability & Responsibility
- Growth Mindset.