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Trade Activation Manager

Trade Activation Manager

Newell BrandsCity of Knox, Victoria, Australia
6 days ago
Job description

Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Sunbeam, Rubbermaid, Sistema, Sharpie, Coleman and NUK, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership and Leadership.

We embrace and live our values every day, in all we do, together we have built a winning culture in which employees feel a true sense of belonging, fulfillment and satisfaction and act as a force for good.

Summary of the role

The Trade Activation Manager is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end execution of annual events and display programs across all product segments within Newell ANZ. This role involves project managing key events such as Back to School campaigns, Christmas, Easter, new product launches, and more, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

In addition to managing the display process and budget, the Trade Activation Manager will work closely with the senior team to ensure the execution of top-tier market events. A key part of this role is building and nurturing relationships with key external partners to efficiently deliver seasonal programs while maintaining agreed budgets and timelines.

Our company fosters a work environment that values work-life balance, energy, and teamwork to achieve outstanding results. As part of our team, you will enjoy rewards like staff discounts on a wide range of products, free parking, wellness days, and access to global training opportunities.

What is in it for you?

  • Join a leading global company and be part of an industry pioneer
  • Contribute to a collaborative, innovative team where your input matters
  • Receive continuous support to grow in your role with ongoing learning and development opportunities
  • Be part of a dynamic, people-focused culture that values hard work and fun
  • Enjoy modern office facilities with on-site parking for your convenience
  • Competitive salary plus benefits such as wellness days, flexible working options, and much more.

Qualifications & Experience required :

  • Minimum 3+ years in similar role
  • University degree preferred in related field
  • Strong understanding of seasonal calendars and working to deadlines
  • Proven experience in trade marketing experience in event display development and execution management
  • Background in a general merchandising / FMCG organisation
  • Familiarity with gross, mass, and specialty retailers
  • Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Demonstrated experience in project management
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as a team player
  • Excellent project and time management skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Strong negotiation skills and an eye for detail
  • Ability to effectively manage budgets and expectations with confidence

    • What you will be responsible for :

  • Lead the trade activation program and manage all ‘end to end’ overall tasks associated with all seasonal projects
  • Effectively oversee budget management for display and card events, ensuring efficient allocation and tracking
  • Collaborate within our Category Strategy & Planning and Sales teams to develop and maintain the seasonal event calendar
  • Manage the product / display setup process, ensuring alignment with internal procedures
  • Coordinate and execute the product / display forecast submission process.
  • Handle the end-to-end card delivery management, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries
  • Oversee the sample sign-off process, ensuring all samples meet requirements before approval
  • Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, focusing on ownership of external display card account management
  • Facilitate key drivers of pro-active planning and internal / external engagement to ensure smooth execution of all projects
  • Lead negotiations with external stakeholders to secure competitive display pricing, creative solutions, and meet critical project timelines.

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