Trade Marketing Manager
Current• Strategize trade initiatives aligned with full-year cycle plan and company’s key metrics (volume/distribution/OP/A&P budget)• Lead the end-to-end process of scheme proposal and execution, while also spearheading communication efforts with internal and external stakeholders• Evaluate performance of Trade Marketing programs on a monthly/quarterly basis.• Conduct market visits, analyze competitor activities, pricing strategies, ongoing promotions, and monitor stock levels across POS.• Develop customer and shopper insights, and adeptly convert these insights into strategic business opportunities within specific customer segments, areas, or regions.• Develop tailored trade plans for specific accounts or areas, strategically aligned with the overarching trade category plan to accomplish precise category and brand objectives.• Collaborate closely with the sales manager to ensure excellence in in-store activities, aiming to achieve targeted sales outcomes for trade deals.• Take lead in overseeing all below-the-line (BTL) activities for new product launches and re-launches• Manage A&P budgeting, execution, and tracking with strategic precision while adhering to budgetary constraints.• Identify trade spend opportunities and allocate funds for each sector while analyzing risks.