Our company boasts a long standing heritage and continues to be one of the fastest growing toys and games companies within the industry, achieving NPD top 15 UK toy company status and 6 th largest in Europe in 2020. With evergreen brands and products designed and manufactured in-house we unite all generations through the power of play through our range of puzzles, games, arts and crafts, construction, BRIO and TCG.
As the Trade Marketing Manager the business is looking for someone who can come onboard and implement tangible improvements whilst allowing the successful candidate to put their own stamp on a growing business.
Develop and execute trade marketing plans in line with company sales strategies and goals
Collaborate with local category and sales team to create and execute promotional programs and marketing initiatives for trade channels
Choice Marketing Show
Garden Centre Expo
UK Games Expo
Creative Craft Show
Support Ravensburger outlet stores with marketing materials
Organise the design, production, and distribution of POS materials including shop-in-shop and branded fixtures, ensuring they are delivered and installed on time and within budget
Collaborate with International trade marketing and category team by submitting bi-annual material requests from the group
Work with the Category Managers and sales team to ensure POS materials are effectively placed in-store to maximize impact
Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effective POS materials
Manage point of sale and event/exhibition inventory including regularly updating point of sale and marketing information on PixSell and SANA sales tools
Develop trade marketing literature including trade catalogue and POS literature
Coordinate retailer instore demonstrations in collaboration with Category Managers and National Account Managers
Coordinate internal bi-annual sales previews with category and sales team
Maintain head office showroom displays
Work with Digital Marketing Manager on trade CRM programme
Manage budgets and track ROI for all trade marketing programs
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field
· 3-5 years of experience in channel marketing, consumer product is a must
· Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth
· Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM software
· Proven track record of developing and executing successful trade marketing programs
If you are keen to take your next step in your career within a market leading toy, games and puzzle company, which will offer you an attractive package then we encourage you to apply for this position.