DKSH

Assistant Manager Trade Marketing

DKSH  •  Petaling Jaya, MY (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

  • Jointly develop and execute trade promotions for clients to drive sales in retail.
  • Execution of trade marketing plan.
  • Management BTL expenses
  • Track & monitoring progress of campaigns.
  • Conduct business review with client.

General Responsibilities

  • Support the development, monitoring, and execution of trade marketing plans across assigned channels and product categories to achieve business objectives.
  • Work closely with clients to align on trade marketing strategies, promotional plans, and execution priorities.
  • Partner closely with the Sales team to effectively “download” trade marketing plans and ensure strong in-market execution through sales representatives.
  • Monitor and track campaign performance, sales uplift, and key KPIs to evaluate effectiveness of trade activities.
  • Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitor activities to support trade marketing decisions.
  • Plan, manage, and monitor the efficient utilization of trade spend budgets, including tracking accruals and BTL expenses.
  • Consolidate trade marketing plans from multiple clients into coordinated execution plans.
  • Ensure smooth execution of in-store activities, merchandising initiatives, planograms, and point-of sale (POS) materials.
  • Conduct regular business reviews with clients to track performance, identify opportunities, and align on next steps.
  • Provide trade performance and trade spend reports with actionable insights by channel and product category.
  • Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams (e.g., Sales, Business Operation) to ensure alignment and seamless execution.
  • Ensure adherence to trade marketing processes, tools, and approval workflows.
  • Support product training programs and engagement activities (e.g., CPE) where required.

Functional Skills and Knowledge

  • Good understanding of trade marketing, retail channels, and distributor business models.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret sales and market data.
  • Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and ensure execution excellence at store level.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  • Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • 3–5 years of relevant experience in trade marketing, sales, or distributor environment.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Pharmacy, or a related field. Relevant experience in trade marketing, sales, or FMCG/healthcare distribution is preferred.

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About DKSH

About DKSH

DKSH’s purpose is to enrich people’s lives. For 160 years, we have been marketing, selling, and distributing high-quality products and brands for multinational and Fortune 500 companies. Through our Business Units Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Performance Materials, and Technology, we deliver sustainable growth for our partners. We contribute to improving the quality of life for our employees and people in the local communities in which we operate. Headquartered in Switzerland, DKSH is publicly listed and operates in 36 markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. We employ over 28,000 specialists and produced net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2024.

Why it's great to work with us

At DKSH, we are driven by a purpose that goes beyond the ordinary: enriching people's lives. Through the products and services we provide, DKSH positively impacts millions of lives everyday. Join our team where entrepreneurship meets flexible work arrangements. Take the leap and start a journey where you can grow and make a difference!

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Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Zurich, CH
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
dksh.com
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