Trade Marketing Temp

BAT is evolving at pace – truly like no other organisation.

To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

SENIORITY LEVEL: Non-management

FUNCTION:Trade Marketing and Distribution

LOCATION: 2 vacancies – Baghdad and Basra (Iraq)

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

Reports to: Trade Marketing Manager

Reporting Level: Individual Contributor

Geographic Scope: Local

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Report market insights and dynamics in real time to support in Fast & Informed decision making (especially during critical times
• Work closely with distributor sales force to maximise distribution opportunities and minimise OOS situations by pro-actively communicating these –Distribution Gap Monitor. 
• Ensure effective implementation of cycle plan activities through overlooking in-store communication deployment and guide the front-liners to excellent execution
• Boost 1-2-1 activity through optimal journey plans and Brand Ambassadors regular performance assessment
• Closely monitor and track competition intelligence and activities
• Support the Distributors to overcome on ground operational challenges
• Evaluate assigned territory constantly to ensure all business opportunities are being maximised and gaps are being tackled
• Establish an excellent working relationship with the trade in order to gain their active support to maximise volume and in store presence within agreed budgets.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Marketing or Management.
• Bi-lingual (Arabic & English). Good communicator both verbally and written
• Preferably 1-2 years experience as a merchandiser or trade marketing representative in another FMCG company, preferably one which has a trade marketing approach.
• Good analytical skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Effective influencing skills
• Well organised with good time management skills
• Ability to work unsupervised

WE ARE BAT

At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!