Promotions Coordinator

The incumbent is required to work closely with Marketing Department in order to plan, schedule, coordinate and effectively execute on and off-premise promotional activities as per the Division’s standards

                                                                                      VACANCY
 
Bryden pi Ltd, one of the leading channel-focused distributors of Consumer, Health and Personal Care products in Trinidad and Tobago is on the lookout for the ideal candidate to join our unique family in the position of PROMOTIONS COORDINATOR within our Food & Grocery Division.
 
If you are interested in joining an organization where, “We are happy people, committed to enhancing lives with a spirit to serve and exceed expectations”, then we look forward to receiving your application.

The incumbent is required to work closely with Marketing Department in order to plan, schedule, coordinate and effectively execute on and off-premise promotional activities as per the Division’s standards. Assist in building strong, positive relationships between our brands and their target consumers, as well as our organization and key event organizers.

Some Main Responsibilities include: 

• Schedule, supervise and assist in coordinating sampling and promotional activities as assigned.
• Work closely with the Brand Managers to develop effective promotional strategies, inclusive of setting objectives.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of promotional events, internal and external, as directed.
• Conduct required site visits for promotional activities on and off premise.
• Ensure promotional activities are executed as planned and objectives are met.
• Schedule promoters for in-store and off site promotions, and select outsourced companies where needed due to demand.
• Preparation of promotional budgets required for executions by brand.
• Prepare post-event review for promotions or sponsorship activities. 
• Managements of promotional tools needed by Promotions Team, and monitor use to ensure effective management.
• Source items needed for promotions, which includes uniforms, banners, booths etc.
• Ensure all required products for promotions are billed, collected or delivered to promotions as scheduled.
• Track promotional material and provide inventory update to Brand Managers on a quarterly basis.
• Maintain accurate records of all promotional activities including work conducted by Promoters i.e. event date, venue and time and sales, via Promotions Fact Sheet.
• Preparation of promotional reports monthly.
• Submit Monthly payroll to Accounts.
• Scheduling of Promotions Assistant for collections and drop off of displays and promotional material for the department.
• Schedule promoters to assist department in marketing activities where needed, this includes office days, hamper preparation, product samples and gathering consumer insights for brands.
• Recruit Product Promoters and/or promotional agencies for department.
• Assist Brand Managers with the facilitation of training and refresher courses for internal and external Promoters as required
• Perform other related duties that may be required to enhance the operations of the Company.

 Qualification, Experience and Requirement: 

• At least five (5) O’Levels including Mathematics and English or equivalent accreditation.
• Associate Degree in Management of related field.
• Certificate in Marketing / Event Management and asset.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a similar role in an FMCG environment
• Or relevant combination of training and experience.
• A valid Police Certificate of Good Character.

 Key Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management skills

Our offer:  

• A flexible working environment that allows you to be innovative
• A team that values people.

 
If this sound like the place for you and you believe you have what it takes to excel, please send your resume.
 
Kindly note that only suitable candidates will be contacted.