We're JTI, Japan Tobacco International, and we believe in freedom . We think that the possibilities are limitless when you're free to choose. We've spent the last 20 years innovating and creating new and better products for our consumers to choose from . It's how we've grown to be present in 130 countries, and how we've grown from 40 to 4,000+ employees in the Philippines since 2009. But our business isn't just business, our business is our people . Their talent. Their potential. We believe that when they're free to be themselves, to grow, travel and develop, amazing things can happen for our business. That's why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI. It's why 9 out of 10 would recommend us to a friend , and why we've been recognized as INVESTORS IN PEOPLE in the Philippines. So when you're ready to choose a career you'll love, in a company you'll love, feel free to #JoinTheIdea . Learn more: Local applicants only. Department: Marketing Location: BGC, Taguig Reporting to: Merchandising Manager, Ena Denise Mendoza Role: Permanent What this position is about - Purpose: You will lead the overall management of merchandising strategies, plans, and activities for the General Trade/Modern Tradechannels nationwide. The Merchandising Specialist isresponsible for the implementation of merchandising strategies, guidelines, agencies, and campaigns. What will you do - Responsibilities: Responsible for overall development and implementation of all merchandising plans for the assigned area and/or channel in close coordination with Brand, Field Marketing and Sales Teams, in accordance with the national merchandising objectives and strategies, and assigned area and/or channel strategies Developeffective, innovative, and disruptive merchandising and communication materials, concepts, ideas and solutions. DevelopPOSM mix, allocation plan, and Picture of Success per area and/or channel and determineproper area selection and coverage plan per activation based on area objectives, strategies, and insights Facilitateproduction and deployment of all POSM and merchandising materials and ensurecorrect forecasting and healthy POSM inventories for all branches and warehouses Developefficient merchandising monitoring dashboards and reports from Sales and TPA that includes progressive execution monitoring, POSM utilization and inventory, and competitive activities. Manageoverall assigned budgets for all merchandising programs in assigned area and/or channel Manageand facilitateall local merchandising and POSM requests from field teams Provideinputs in driving improvement in operational processes (from planning, development, materials forecasting and inventory management, production, deployment, and activity monitoring) that would result in improved speed to market and reduced cycle time. Workand coordinatewith internal and external stakeholders (finance, procurement, brand teams, field teams, agencies, and suppliers) from planning and development to execution and monitoring Performon-time processing of all administrative tasks required in completing and successfully implementing projects (PR/PO, GR/IR etc.) Who are we looking for - Requirements: A college graduate At least 3 years or more of relevant experience in an FMCG or large multinational company -in a similar Marketing & Sales function Experience in handling Trade Activations and merchandising Knowledgeable in Merchandising, Project Management, Budget Management and Execution planning Skilled in Stakeholder Coordination and Management Fluent in both oral and written English communication Results-oriented with a high level of competence Has strong interpersonal skills and possesses the ability to positively influence and collaborate withdifferent kinds of people Excellent planning and organization skills A driven and accountable professional Proficientin using MS Office applications What are the next steps - Recruitment process: Thank you very much for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply. We will make sure every candidate will receive a reply within 2 weeks after the application deadline.