TRADE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Industry Category	Sales / Marketing	Position	Merchandising
Recruitment Department		Number Of Recruits	several
Work Location	Metro Manila (NCR) Quezon City	Nature Of Work	Full Time
Gender Requirements	Male	Marriage Requirement	No marital status restrictions
Education Level	College Diploma	Work Experience	No work experience restrictions
Age Requirement	Above 18 years old	Salary Package	Negotiable
Updated Date	2022-09-24	Valid Until	Long-term validity

JOB OBJECTIVE:

Responsible for the effective and efficient management of space, trade inventory and merchandising operations. Ensure that assigned personnel are producing results that are in consonance with the decisions and policies set forth by the management

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Establish good working relationships and commitment across organizational boundaries including key accounts’ personnel, principals, and third party customers.Ensure smooth flow of communication within the group in managing the requirements and needs of the customers, accounts, management and principals.Set merchandising/trade inventory performance standards, train, and evaluate performance of Merchandising Manager, TDS Supervisors and TDSEnsure that the deployment of merchandisers is in consonance with Payout /Break even standardsInitiate, design, implement and monitor merchandising programs along with the NSM/Brand Managers/ to achieve maximum visibility of brands.Keep abreast with developments in the industry by conducting regular store visits to assess overall business in the area and monitor competitive activities such as brand launching, advertising and promotion campaigns, price surveys and to inform management about such activities.Monitor/guide the TD Team in the implementation of merchandising/trade inventory management in their accounts. Conduct performance audits on all subordinate personnel.

Key Performance Indicators tracking for all members of the Merchandising Group.

Monitor the regularity of outlet/branch calls by merchandising Coordinators & Merchandisers.

Ensure up to standard performance vs. merchandising man days in the covered outlets.

Ensure prompt submission of all required reports.

Ascertain that itineraries are followed accordingly.

Ensure trade-marketing programs are consistent with brand and company directions and standardsTraining of TDS/Merchandising Coordinators/Merchandisers on the proper deployment of Point of Sale Materials in coordination with the NSM/Brand Managers/Regional/Sales Mgrs./KAMOther tasks deemed necessary by management

Skills/Qualities requirement: 

Thorough understanding of the FMCG industry.Understanding of the trade development programs to be implemented by Benby.Ability to counsel, advise and influence.Space management and trade inventory management.Ability to identify merchandising opportunity areas.Plan and allocation of resources.Ability to negotiate with key personnel of chain wide accounts.Ability to communicate and coordinate activities.Good interpersonal skills.

Who we areEstablished in the year 1988 as an import, distribution, and marketing company. Braving its way through highly competitive arena, BEI has successfully led its product lines to market leadership in their respective market segments. Our vision is to be one of the leading distributors and marketers of world renowned quality consumer food products.Benby is the leading full service distribution company that has extensive and reliable experience and reputable expertise in brand and market development. It is home of leading international food brands like Frito Lay Snacks, Quaker Oats, M&M’s, Snickers, Pedigree, Ferrero, Nutella, Tic Tac, Loacker, Reynolds, Swiss Miss, and Dole among others.What we UpholdBenby is guided by its core values: Teamwork, Accountability and Honesty. Its employees enjoy a family-oriented work philosophy that promotes an atmosphere of trust, respect, continuous learning and empowerment.   People are its greatest asset, and its work mantra is Hard Work and Fun!    Cares about its community and is very active in greening the environment and uplifting the lives of its employees and fellow Filipinos by its advocacy on education. Our GoalThe Vision, we are the world-class distributor and marketer of diverse consumer goods. Our commitment, passion for excellence and highly-reliable services make us efficient, cost-effective and profitable. We are the preferred business partner in the retail industry.Our family of highly motivated employees exemplifies dedication and balances hard work with fun; making us the employer of choice. We have a culture that values teamwork, integrity, accountability and social responsibility. We inspire and empower our employees to grow and realize their full potential.We enrich lives by bringing quality consumer products to every Filipino home.The Mission, to inspire and connect with our employees, business partners and consumers, To strengthen humanspirit and make work Purposefuland fun. To constantly strive to be the best that we can be.