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We are committed to growing our iconic and innovative brands by reimagining everyday essentials in new, sustainable, and responsible ways.\nOur culture encourages a \"roll up your sleeves and get the job done\" mindset, ensuring self-starters, problem solvers, and innovative thinkers can truly thrive. At BIC World, you are empowered to take ownership of your career and use your unique perspective to make a meaningful, global impact on our mission.\nMAIN RESPONSIBILITIES / TASKS\nTrade Marketing Responsibilities\nEnsures brand strategies are translated into strong in-store execution, promotional campaigns and retailer-specific plans that drive sell-through and market share.\nPlan and execute promotional campaigns, seasonal drives and retailer activations. \nWork closely with POSM suppliers and in-store media suppliers to brief, review and coordinate campaign specific POSM and various elements\nWork closely with the Operational Teams to ensure POSM deliveries and on-time execution\nCoordinate in-store POS material, merchandising tools and display requirements. \nEnsure promotions are implemented on time and within budget. \nEvaluate promotional effectiveness and recommend improvements.\nAssist in developing annual trade marketing plans aligned to brand and sales objectives. \nTranslate marketing campaigns into retail-ready activations for modern trade, wholesale and independent channels. \nBuild channel-specific strategies for key customers and regions. \nIdentify trade opportunities to improve visibility, sales and distribution.\nPOS, Corporate gifts and other marketing materials\nEfficient order placements\nEnsuring delivery to depots\nPurchase order creation and invoice processing.\nManage re-ordering process for SA and Distributors\nCoordinate in-store POS material, merchandising tools and display requirements\nPlan and execute promotional campaigns, seasonal drives and retailer activations. \nEnsure promotions are implemented on time\nManage final implementation from Sales Team (i.e., PP Documents with images) and communicate with the broader marketing team.\nMarketing and Advertising\nAssist and work closely with the Marketing Manager to implement the developed marketing strategies and related activities to increase penetration and market share for assigned group of brands with a focus on digital platforms. \nImplements in coordination with the Marketing Manager (within budget limits) the operational marketing campaigns to achieve the defined marketing objectives. POSM - Liaise with agencies, printers and suppliers; Ensure cost-effective production and execution; Executional elements (Distribution Schedule with Ops team | Distribution quotes Shave & Gibson/OPI vs RTT | Usage reports (POSM not utilized and action to recycle left over POSM)\nConsumer Campaigns - Operational Elements | Timelines for activations | Management of various executional partners | Prize fulfilment | Terms and Conditions \n Digital - On time delivery of key elements on digital | Management of overall digital calendar as well as smaller campaigns (When ready -writing briefs | manage content creation with agency | approval process with MEA). Timeline management of content delivery to MEA and PHD (Media).\n\nProject Plan write up and management of the process \nNPD- Supporting delivery of key NPD’s; Support new product launches and ensure launch readiness across trade channels\nTeacher Marketing Support - ensure communication, liaison and management with agency to ensure required number of teachers boxes are designed, created and executed on time\n CSR Management: Liaising with partners, managing collaborations, issuing stock and follow up on activities (photo feedback, number of students impacted etc.)\n\nPost Marketing Campaign performance understanding.\nCompiles post campaign reports in conjunction with Category Manager input.\nCompetitor activity over the time - In-store | Offline\nPresents feedback in Sales and Marketing meeting forums. \nGeneral and ad hoc marketing administration activities and support.\nCreating data reports utilizing JDE (PowerBi) and Circana.\nSample management\nStock adjustments\nWarehouse and Marketing Room Management \nInternal Communications\nDesign Briefs\nQuarterly competitor analysis\nMonitor competitor activity and identify opportunities in market. \nCollate information for competitor analysis.\nComplete report.\nSet up meeting for competitor analysis -Quarterly.\nKey performance Indicators\nMeeting deadlines for key duties.\nContinuous communication with relevant stakeholders.\nDigital campaign assistance and implementation aligned to the category objectives and in conjunction with the Marketing Manager.\nTimeous delivery of all administration and analysis required.\nSupport to the Marketing Manager as required.\nQUALIFICATIONS\nKnowledge, Skills, Competencies\nR= Required D= Desired\nSimple Criteria\n2 - 3 Years’ experience in a Marketing Assistant or Junior Brand Manager role preferably in FMCG\nR- BA or BCom Degree in Marketing or equivalent\nR- Good understanding and passion for Marketing and social media\nR- Able to communicate clearly and effectively in English, orally and in writing.\nR- A passion for our brands, and a strong execution and results focus are essential, in addition to project management skills and the ability to prioritize.\nBIC World is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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