Trade Marketing Manager (Food)

Trade Marketing Manager (Food) Salary: Competitive and based on experience Location: Jakarta Keywords: collaborative, brand development, relationship-building, co-operative, supportive leadership, inclusive, teamwork, dependable, growth leadership, training opportunities

A leading FMCG company in Jakarta is seeking a Trade Marketing Manager to join their vibrant team. This role offers you the opportunity to shape the future of premium food brands, working with a diverse portfolio that spans international and trusted local products. You will be at the heart of brand strategy, collaborating closely with various departments and external partners to ensure seamless execution and impactful results. The organisation is renowned for its commitment to quality, inclusivity, and nurturing talent, providing an environment where your skills in marketing, communication, and teamwork will flourish. Flexible working opportunities and ongoing training are part of the culture, making this an ideal position for those who value professional growth and supportive leadership.

• Work with a wide range of premium imported and house brands, giving you exposure to global markets and local favourites.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities and continuous training that support your personal and professional development within a supportive team environment.
• Be part of a company that values collaboration, inclusivity, and growth leadership, ensuring your contributions are recognised and your career ambitions are nurtured.

What you'll do:

As Trade Marketing Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the direction of both international and local brands within the company's extensive portfolio. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve close collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop strategies that elevate brand presence in the market. You will oversee the planning and execution of campaigns, monitor their effectiveness, manage budgets responsibly, and nurture relationships with key stakeholders. Success in this role requires a keen eye for detail when supervising product launches, ensuring alignment between sales forecasts and promotional activities. By leveraging your interpersonal skills and analytical abilities, you will contribute to a culture of teamwork while driving impactful marketing outcomes across multiple industry sectors.

• Plan and coordinate brand development strategies by collaborating with multiple departments to ensure smooth execution and achievement of brand goals.
• Monitor and evaluate all brand activities including campaigns and promotions, ensuring effectiveness and alignment with company objectives.
• Manage brand budgets (A&P) by tracking expenses meticulously to maintain spending within approved limits.
• Build strong relationships with brand principals through regular meetings and co-operative collaboration, fostering clear communication and shared goals.
• Supervise product launch activities to guarantee every rollout is well-executed, timely, and on target.
• Monitor sales forecasts alongside marketing plans to ensure product availability aligns perfectly with promotional activities.
• Work closely with internal teams such as sales, marketing, logistics, and finance to facilitate seamless operations across all brand initiatives.
• Provide insightful feedback on campaign performance using analytical tools to drive improvements in future marketing efforts.
• Support the creation of engaging promotional materials that resonate with customers across retail, wholesale, QSR, catering, and healthcare sectors.
• Champion inclusive practices by sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues in achieving communal success.

What you bring:

Your proven experience as Trade Marketing Manager will showcase your expertise in developing brand strategies within the FMCG Food & Beverage sector. You bring not only technical know-how but also strong interpersonal skills that foster collaboration among teams. Your analytical mindset enables you to evaluate campaign performance thoroughly while your budget management capabilities ensure responsible financial stewardship. With fluency in English, you communicate effectively across various channels—both internally and externally—building trust-based relationships that support communal success. Your passion for nurturing brands shines through as you help drive growth leadership within an inclusive workplace. By coordinating product launches and aligning sales forecasts with marketing plans, you demonstrate reliability and sensitivity towards achieving organisational objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business or a related field is required for this position.
• Minimum three years’ experience in brand management or trade marketing within the FMCG Food & Beverage sector is essential.
• Strong analytical skills enable you to assess campaign effectiveness and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Proven ability to manage budgets efficiently while maintaining accuracy in expense tracking.
• Excellent communication skills allow you to build dependable relationships with internal teams as well as external partners.
• Teamwork and coordination skills are vital for collaborating across departments to achieve shared goals.
• Passion for growing brands demonstrates your commitment to nurturing success within a communal environment.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written) ensures effective communication across diverse stakeholders.
• Experience analysing sales forecasts helps align product availability with promotional activities seamlessly.
• Ability to supervise product launches guarantees successful rollouts that meet strategic targets.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as one of Indonesia’s most respected FMCG companies due to its unwavering commitment to quality products sourced from around the globe as well as trusted local brands. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities that accommodate individual needs while promoting work-life balance. The company invests heavily in training opportunities so you can continually expand your skillset within a supportive team environment. Growth leadership is encouraged at every level; leaders here are approachable, empathetic, and dedicated to helping you reach your full potential. The culture is inclusive—valuing diversity of thought—and fosters genuine connections among colleagues through collaborative projects. If you seek an employer who prioritises employee wellbeing alongside business excellence, this is the place where your talents will be appreciated and developed further.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your trade marketing expertise to new heights within a supportive team environment, apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.