Trade Marketing Specialist

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Trade Marketing Specialist

We are seeking a results-driven Trade Marketing Specialist to spearhead the development and implementation of strategic trade-level marketing initiatives. Your role will be pivotal in driving sales growth, enhancing product visibility, and optimizing distribution across key retail channels within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector. If you are passionate about creating impactful marketing strategies and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and contribute to our continued success.

Key Responsibilities

As a Trade Marketing Specialist, you will play a central role in shaping and executing marketing strategies that resonate with both retailers and consumers. Your responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Planning: Develop comprehensive trade marketing plans, including promotions, point-of-sale (POS) materials, and merchandising strategies, to maximize brand presence and sales performance.
• Retail Activation: Drive strong in-store execution and retail activation initiatives to ensure seamless brand representation and consumer engagement across all retail touchpoints.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with sales teams to align on key retail account strategies, ensuring cohesive execution and achieving shared business objectives.
• Market & Competitive Analysis: Conduct thorough market trend analysis, monitor competitor activities, and evaluate campaign performance to inform data-driven decision-making and optimize return on investment (ROI).
• Budget & Relationship Management: Oversee trade marketing budgets with precision, while cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, retailers, and key stakeholders to foster long-term partnerships.

Your Qualifications

To excel in this role, you will bring a blend of academic knowledge and hands-on experience in trade marketing, brand management, or FMCG sales. The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in trade marketing, brand management, or sales within the FMCG industry.
• Exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to interpret market data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Strong negotiation, project management, and organizational abilities to drive initiatives from conception to execution.
• In-depth understanding of merchandising principles, category management strategies, and consumer behavior dynamics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with CRM platforms and trade marketing tools.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking organization where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. As a Trade Marketing Specialist, you will have the chance to work in a dynamic environment, engage with industry leaders, and make a tangible impact on our brand’s growth and market presence. This role is based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, offering a vibrant professional landscape and opportunities for career advancement.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and are passionate about driving trade marketing excellence, we encourage you to apply today. Together, we can achieve remarkable results and set new benchmarks in the FMCG industry.