Associate Manager, Trade Marketing

Job Title: Associate Manager, Trade Marketing Job Description The Associate Manager, Trade Marketing is responsible for driving national, regional, and account‑specific trade marketing opportunities for FIJI Water. This role requires a strong understanding of Retail and On‑Premise channels, shopper marketing strategies, and core commercial principles including ROI analysis and volume forecasting. Key responsibilities include: Develop and execute trade and shopper marketing programs and toolkits for the U.S. Sales (Retail, On‑Premise) team at the national, regional, and retailer‑specific level, including consumer sweepstakes, cross‑promotions, and coupon programs that support secondary display and drive incremental volume. Create account‑specific point‑of‑sale materials in collaboration with Brand Marketing, Sales, design teams, and external vendors, ensuring alignment to brand standards and customer needs. Support management of the annual trade marketing budget, including tracking spend, processing invoices, and maintaining budget accuracy. Evaluate promotional performance using IRI, Margin Minder, and internal sales data, providing insights and recommendations to improve effectiveness. Create and manage coupon programs, including execution, tracking, and analysis of redemption to inform future planning. Administer and maintain the SharePoint site, ensuring timely distribution of marketing materials to the Sales team and consistent weekly sales communications. Oversee POS fulfillment vendor operations, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of materials. Qualifications Minimum 2-4 years of experience in marketing, trade marketing, shopper marketing, or promotions within Food and Beverage or CPG. Experience working cross‑functionally with Sales, Brand, or external partners; demonstrated ability to manage projects and timelines. Strong analytical, communication, and project‑management skills. Experience working with creative agencies and external POS vendors preferred. Solid quantitative skills and understanding of basic financial processes, including invoice management and budget tracking. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SharePoint or similar tools preferred. Bachelor’s degree required. Occasional travel to support sales meetings and account calls. Location & Schedule Based at our West Los Angeles, CA office. Hybrid schedule: in-office Monday‑Wednesday, remote Thursday‑Friday. Pay Range $73,000‑$85,000, plus discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience. Benefits Medical, vision, and dental coverage. 401(k) with company match. Wellness resources including 24/7 online physician consultations, virtual mental health support, and fitness benefits. Employee community groups and mentorship program. Professional development opportunities through Learning and Development resources. The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories. EEO is the law - click here for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr