Product Specialist (Home)

This role is focused on working closely with the Sales team to ensure optimum Distribution, Visibility, Price, Placement, Promotion and Forecasting of the assigned Hardware brands and to enhance the Company’s image as a preferred supplier in the Industry.

A.S. BRYDEN & SONS (TRINIDAD) LIMITED

We are seeking to recruit a suitable candidate for the following position in the Home & Hardware Division:

PRODUCT SPECIALIST (Home)

Major Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Formulates and implements annual marketing plans for assigned Home Brands.
• Formulates and manages the annual A&P budgets in collaboration with Supplier.
• Collaborates with sales team to achieve monthly sales and gross profit targets in keeping with Departmental objectives.
• Verifies costings and ensures price levels are accurate.
• Provides monthly forecasts for all assigned Home brands as required.
• Works closely with the Supply Chain Planner to ensure timely and accurate execution of orders for assigned brands.
• Assists with A&P claims from Suppliers as required.
• Assists with developing and training of sales staff.
• Monitors all competitive activity on the trade and develops the appropriate tactical initiatives to counter them.
• Ensures brands are adequately represented through quality merchandising, pricing and securing prime placement at the point of retail.
• Ensures Displays and POS material are positioned in key areas with trade partners.
• Monitors SLOBS at Distribution Centre on a monthly basis and implements measures to reduce stock levels.
• Continuously look for growth opportunities through line extensions and new brands to introduce to portfolio.
• Supports the development of Export markets within brands assigned.
• Participates in periodic stock counts at Distribution Centre.
• Participates in the Division’s Bi-Annual Tent Sale.

Thank you for your interest but please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.