About the Role
BIC Nigeria is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Associate Manager - Stationery & Trade Marketing to join our growing team. In this role, you will be pivotal in translating global strategies into locally relevant trade initiatives, ensuring exceptional in-store execution and driving category penetration across the Nigerian market.
Key Responsibilities- Build and implement annual Trade Marketing plans aligned with cluster growth objectives and stationery acceleration priorities.
- Manage distributor relationships, building capabilities in marketing, merchandising, and trade execution.
- Define and deploy merchandising and visibility guidelines, ensuring best-in-class POSM execution and shopper conversion.
- Manage trade marketing budgets efficiently, tracking ROI and performance KPIs.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and supply teams while leveraging market intelligence and competitor analysis.
- University degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of trade marketing experience within a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment.
- Strong understanding of the Nigerian retail landscape, including traditional trade, wholesalers, and modern channels.
- Proficiency in MS Office, advanced Excel and PowerPoint, with strong financial and RGM awareness.
- Exceptional communication, project management, and stakeholder-influencing skills.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a global brand.