Junior Trade Marketing Manager

A world-leading company in a fast-moving category, recently spun off from a global FMCG company, is now seeking a driven and structured Junior Trade Marketing Manager. The company is characterized by a strong growth culture, entrepreneurial spirit, and a passion for creating extraordinary product experiences. We are looking for someone who wants to make an impact and shape the future within an exciting category!

ABOUT THE POSITION

As a Junior Trade Marketing Manager, you will be key to growth by leading strategic trade marketing. Your main responsibility is to influence customer and consumer behavior at the point of purchase by developing and implementing winning strategies for both retail and external sales locations.

The core mission is to transform customer and shopper insights into concrete activities that lead to increased sales and growth in the category. Are you ready to take the next step in your career and drive growth in Sweden's most exciting category? We warmly welcome your application today!

This is a consulting assignment with immediate start and is expected to last until the end of August 2026. The work takes place at the office in Sundbyberg, but our client applies a flexible 50/50 remote solution. Additionally, flexible working hours are offered, which is an attractive benefit at the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate Trade Marketing strategies for all touchpoints
• Analyze shopper insights to define barriers and triggers for purchase
• Lead the development and execution of best-in-class POS materials in collaboration with agencies
• Prepare branding materials for customer fairs
• Develop tailored Trade Marketing programs for key customers (both In Home and Out of Home)
• Ensure that activities are delivered on time, within budget, and provide positive ROI

WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU WHO

• Is currently completing or has completed a degree in a relevant field (post-secondary education)
• Has good knowledge and understanding of Shopper Marketing and how to translate insights into sales-driving activities
• Has achieved visible results in sales and/or marketing
• Is fluent in Swedish and English (spoken and written)
• Has experience in project management

It is a merit if you have

• Previous experience in Trade/Shopper Marketing and/or Brand Management
• Experience from FMCG

To succeed in the role, you have the following personal qualities:

• Drive and structure
• You have a high inner drive, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple complex workflows simultaneously.
• Proactivity
• You are a self-starter who takes ownership and makes things happen without waiting for instructions.
• Results focus & analysis: You are analytical with a passion for business growth.
• Relationship builder
• You are an excellent communicator with the ability to negotiate and influence internally and externally.

Our Recruitment Process

This recruitment process is managed by Academic Work, and our client's request is that all questions regarding the position are sent to Academic Work. We apply rolling selection and will take down the ad when enough candidates have reached the final stages of the recruitment process. When applying, a CV is requested. A cover letter is not used as a selection method and therefore does not need to be attached. The recruitment process includes two selection tests: a personality test and a cognitive ability test. The tests are a tool to find the candidate with the highest potential for the position and to promote equality, diversity, and a fair recruitment process.

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