Trade Marketing Assistant

2 days ago

Cape Town, South Africa Dermalogica South Africa Full time

The Trade Marketing Assistant will provide support to the Trade Marketing Manager and marketing management team in the development and execution of effective trade marketing strategies. This role will assist in various tasks, including administration, promotional planning, and event coordination.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- ** Promotional Planning**: Support the development and execution of promotional activities, including in-store merchandising, seasonal campaigns, and special events.
- ** Visual Merchandising**: Assist in implementing and maintaining visual merchandising standards across retail and professional environments to ensure consistent brand presentation. Collaborate with the team to plan and refresh displays that enhance shopper experience and support sell-through.
- ** Event Coordination**: Support the planning and execution of trade shows, product launches, conferences, and other marketing events—some of which may require local travel.
- ** Material Development**: Contribute to the creation of marketing assets such as brochures, flyers, point-of-sale materials, and presentations, ensuring alignment with Dermalogica’s brand identity.
- ** Administrative Support**:Manage administrative tasks including budget tracking, report generation, purchase orders, and data entry to ensure smooth daily operations.
- ** Trade Partner Relationships**:Assist in building and maintaining strong working relationships with trade partners to support visibility and retail activation.
- ** Performance Tracking**: Help monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of trade marketing initiatives and provide insights for continuous improvement.
- ** E-commerce Customer Support**:Assist with resolving online customer service queries, including order tracking, payment issues, and complaint resolution, to ensure a seamless customer experience.

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, or in a related field.
- Code B driver's license and own transport.
- Strong understanding of marketing principles and practices.

**Experience required**:

- 1-2 years of experience in marketing or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Proficiency in Google Suite

**Competencies and characteristics**:

- Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
- Organisational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with team members and cross-functional teams.
- Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
- Initiative: Proactive approach to tasks and willingness to take initiative.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry boxes of marketing materials.

**Work Environment**:

- This is primarily an office-based role. However, the role may require occasional travel to visit retail locations and attend industry events.
- The role also involves physical tasks such as lifting and carrying boxes of marketing materials.
- This role reports to the Trade Marketing Manager.

Dermalogica is an equal employment opportunity company that is committed to diversity.

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