PoS Activation Executive

BRAND EXECUTIVE

ABOUT YOU

You are passionate about developing brand strategies and implementing branding plans at the point of sale (POS). You have solid experience in generating initiatives and materials that align with the brand strategy in the channel, using key levers such as sampling, visibility on aisle and out of aisle. Additionally, you are efficient in using the allocated budget, ensuring that each action has maximum impact.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In this role, you will be responsible for planning events and productions at the point of sale (POS) according to the Brand Plan. You will work on implementing POS visibility materials together with the Field Team. Additionally, you will manage the annual budget to cover all the needs of the brands and control the warehouses to ensure efficient logistics.

WHATS THERE FOR YOU

The main competencies that you will develop:

• Comprehensive Planning Experience: Develop and execute PoS activation plans based on Brand Plans, and plan monthly A&P activities.
• Budget Management: Oversee A&P budgets by concept, including PLV and events, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Strategic Execution: Analyze brand performance through KPIs, present findings to the Board of Directors, and liaise with the Brand Owners Committee.
• Event and Material Planning: Plan PoS materials and events, aligning with channel promotions, launches, and communications. Ensure quality and timely delivery with suppliers.
• Inventory Control: Manage PoS material stocks and warehousing, ensuring efficiency and availability.
• Sales Support: Develop field sales toolkits and activate cross-promotions with partners to align visibility objectives.
• Performance Tracking: Utilize tools and KPIs to track ROI visibility and ensure materials efficiency (STP).
• Collaborative Environment: Work in a dynamic team, contributing to T2T staged projects and aligning with overall brand strategy.

WHAT I NEED TO SUCEED ON THE ROLE

Background:

• Experience in point of sale (PoS) environments.
• Knowledge of brand strategy and functional team coordination.
• High level of proficiency in English.
• Expertise in budget management for developing PoS materials with suppliers.
• Strong understanding of market, customer, and PoS dynamics.

Competencies:

• Ability to manage multiple points of contact effectively.
• Strong learning, innovation, and adaptability skills.
• Self-control to handle urgent situations calmly.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to structure, synthesize, and present information clearly.

YOUR FUTURE WITH US

Suntory Group is a Japanese company and the third largest in the world in the beverage sector. We are known for our diverse and iconic brands such as Schweppes, Orangina, Oasis, La Casera, Lucozade, and Ribena. We wouldn’t achieve what we do without our people, who are at the heart of everything we do. People are everything. The continuous success and growth of each individual make Growing for Good possible. We value diversity like no one else, and it is what makes us unique.

OUR DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION COMMITMENT

At Suntory, we greatly value the diversity of knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds that our employees bring. Our colleagues, coming from a wide range of cultures, lifestyles, and experiences, significantly contribute to our collective success.

We understand that all our candidates have unique career paths and experiences, and this can sometimes discourage you from applying if you feel you do not meet all the criteria. If you believe you have relevant skills and experience that could benefit us, we would love to hear what unique perspectives and experiences you can bring to help us be better together in a company committed to Growing for Good and Giving Back to Society.

Our recruitment, selection, and evaluation process is based on the skills and competencies required for the mentioned position. We are committed to and value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our hiring process and do not discriminate based on sex, race or ethnic origin, social class, economic status, disability, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

We want to ensure that our interview process is as inclusive as possible. If you need any reasonable accommodations as part of the process, please do not hesitate to inform your recruitment contact, who will be happy to assist you.

NEXT STEPS

Your application will be reviewed by our recruitment specialist. You will be notified within 2 weeks if you are invited to a first selection interview.