Bridge Talent Management

Trade Marketing Manager - (FMCG)

Bridge Talent Management  •  Republic of Kenya (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description


About This Role

Our client is looking to hire a

Trade Marketing Manager

who will be responsible for developing and executing trade marketing strategies that drive brand visibility, market share, and sales performance across all channels. This role requires a strong understanding of alcohol brands, trade activations, visibility, and brand positioning. The successful candidate will take full ownership of trade visibility initiatives and brand activations, ensuring each brand receives personalized attention and impactful market support.


Key Responsibilities


  • Develop and implement trade marketing plans aligned with brand and business objectives.


  • Drive

    visibility, activation, and in-store execution

    for all brands across key outlets and channels.


  • Collaborate with the Sales and Brand Marketing teams to ensure seamless execution of promotional activities.


  • Plan and manage

    brand activations

    , including events, tastings, sponsorships, and seasonal campaigns.


  • Monitor trade marketing budgets, ensuring efficient allocation and ROI tracking.


  • Conduct market visits and competitor analysis to identify opportunities for growth and visibility improvement.


  • Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, trade partners, and key accounts.


  • Ensure

    brand guidelines

    are upheld across all trade executions and visibility materials.


  • Analyze trade data and consumer insights to refine trade marketing strategies.


  • Lead and mentor a team of field activation and merchandising staff (if applicable).


Requirements


Qualifications & Experience


  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related field.


  • Minimum

    5–7 years of experience

    in Trade Marketing, preferably within the

    alcohol or FMCG industry

    .


  • Proven experience in

    brand activations, trade visibility, and channel marketing

    .


  • Strong understanding of brand positioning and shopper marketing dynamics.


  • Excellent project management, communication, and negotiation skills.


  • Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.


  • Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with trade marketing tools and reporting systems.

Bridge Talent Management

About Bridge Talent Management

Bridge Talent Management (BTM) is an advanced tech powered Employee Outsourcing Company that leverages the right tools to source and bring the right workforce to support your business operations. We take away all employee related risks while allowing you the ability to focus on your core business and scale.

We take control of the hectic HR & Finance functions in your organization. We have established structures that support your;

- Hiring needs

- Contracting

- Onboarding

- Employee relations & management

- Policy adherence and labor laws

- Payroll Management

- Disciplinary & conflict management

Industry
Unknown
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Nairobi, KE
Year Founded
2021
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