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Are you ready to start your career in the FMCG sector with a global company that provides opportunities for growth and development? Do you have a passion for Marketing initiatives? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are currently hiring a full-time Marketing Projects Associate to join our team in Belgium.
Please apply till 3rd of April
MARKETING PROJECTS ASSOCIATE
The Marketing Projects Associate is part of the Marketing Projects team, provides support mainly to Brand Management but also to other marketing functions and more general company projects. Manages multiple projects at the same time and is in regular contact with third parties and manages them on a day-to-day basis to achieve excellence in execution.
Provides support to Brand Management by taking responsibility for development and execution of brand activation programs towards internal, consumer and trade. Ensures compliance with brand platforms and guidelines and assists in translating brand strategies into actionable brand programs. Develops permanent and temporary branded POS materials within budget and ensures timely delivery. Is also responsible for basic supporting materials like pack shots, leaftlets etc. and handles consumer complaints. Can also work and support on other marketing projects in the areas of SI (Strategic Insights) and CE (Customer Engagement) as well as more general M&S and company projects when necessary and relevant.
Finally, the position is part of a a Benelux team and can support all 3 markets within the cluster. This could involve some travelling across the cluster.
Position:
- Development of brand activation programs towards internal, consumer and trade with the objective to achieve brand KPIs. Development of permanent and temporary branded POS materials and development of brand activation materials towards trade and consumers within budget and set timing.
- Brand programs implementation: Implementation & tracking of the brand activation programs in close cooperation with the rest of the Marketing & Sales organization. Evaluates programs and highlights improvement points for future programs.
- Agencies’ management: Responsible for the day to day management of external agencies (mainly activation strategy agencies and production agencies), monitoring the progress of projects, supervising related costs incurred and ensuring that deliverables are on time. Highlight agency non-performance ensuring that corrective action can be taken.
- Handling administrative marketing processes and consumer service: Responsible for daily administrative processes (budgets, proof of delivery, project updates / monitoring etc.) and development of basic supporting materials (pack shots, leaflets etc.). Consumer service responsibilities which translates in handling consumer complaints.
- Support on other projects: Support and work on other Projects, either related to other marketing areas like SI and CE as well as more general company projects like combined Marketing and Sales projects, Company Meetings / Events and other company projects.
Within 6 months you will:
- Develop strong communication skills by interacting with various stakeloders – internal and external.
- Enhance project management skills by handling multiple projects simultaneously.
- Enhance customer focus by developing and executing programs that resonate with internal teams, consumers, and trade partners.
Requirements:
- HBO / University Degree (preferable in Marketing / Commerce).
- No previous working experience required or 1-2 years of experience as junior brand manager in FMCG. Internship and/or traineeship in FMCG marketing as well as knowledge / interest into market research is a plus.
- Fluent in English; Dutch /French is a plus.
- Excellent use of MS Office tools.
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Proactive and Ambitious: Takes action, solves problems early.
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Curious and Willing to Learn: Eager to learn new things, open to feedback, and improving skills.
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Open-Minded: Open to different ideas and ways of thinking.
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Good Communication and Stakeholder Management.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
At JTI we believe in the importance of a good work-life balance while we offer lots of opportunities for development and career progression – across functions and internationally. Maybe that’s one of the reasons why our employees stay on average impressive nine years with us and we have been certified as Top Employer for over thirteen years now. Want to know more about how our employees rate us? Please visit https://www.glassdoor.nl/japantobaccointernational
Next to a rewarding compensation package, we offer a range of other perks and benefits:
- The opportunity to work 50% of your time outside of the office and 10 days abroad per year
- Working from home equipment (e.g., chair, screen, mouse, and keypad)
- 20 vacation days + 12 so-called ADV days on a full-time base
- 13th-month salary
- Group insurance
- Bonus scheme
- Great development and training opportunities based on your ambitions and capabilities
- Different engagement activities such as dinners, drinks, social gatherings, parties, etc.
- Business laptop and iPhone
- Unique Family leave policy (at least 20 weeks of fully paid parental leave regardless of gender, sexual orientation, or the way of becoming parents)
Sounds interesting? We’d love to hear from you! To make it easier for you to apply, there is no need to upload a cover letter. Only your CV is enough because we would like to get to know you in person.
Is this not your next career step, but do you know someone who is a perfect fit? Please let us know!
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Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!
Next Steps:
After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Interview with Recruiter > Assessment tests > Interviews with the Hiring Manager’s Team > Offer.
At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with special needs. If you require any accommodations, please let the Recruiter know during the selection process.