About the job
Trade Marketing Representative
The Trade Marketing Representative is responsible for driving sales growth by executing tailored sales and merchandising programs across retail accounts within a defined territory. This role combines field-based account management, strategic planning, and in-store execution, including product placement, promotional activity, and retailer engagement.
It includes activities such as analyzing sales data, managing stock and orders, negotiating sell-out agreements, and monitoring market trends.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and prioritize store visits using sales data and customer importance.
- Execute marketing programs, negotiate volume agreements, and ensure product placement aligns with planograms.
- Provide strategic insights, track competitor activity, and guide retailers on tobacco category management.
- Maintain merchandising standards and support with inventory management when needed.
- Record and evaluate performance using internal tools like Synergy
Qualifications:
- College Graduates are welcome
- A minimum of a High School Diploma is required, with further education or experience in CPG sales (preferred)
- Valid driver's license
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Solid commercial understanding
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong selling skills, with a focus on the Double Win approach
- Knowledge of Synergy (reporting & data)
- Strong analytical skills
What We Offer:
At JTI Liggett, we are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer and awarded the Global Equality Standards certificate, continuing our commitment to equal pay and equal opportunities.
Our culture is what makes JTI Liggett a fun and exciting environment to work in. We value integrity, trust, empowerment, and freedom – freedom of choice, freedom of thought, freedom of expression, and freedom to be yourself.
We ask for accountability, ownership, results, and collaboration.
And we care for our people's well-being. In addition to the salary, you can enjoy the following benefits:
- Annual Performance-based Bonus
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Personal Development Programs
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plan for employees & family members
- Life Insurance
- Matching 401(K)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Family Leave (20 weeks)
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Education/Tuition Assistance
- Volunteering Activities
- Employee Assistance Program (counseling services for employees & family member
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience within the CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) industry?
Education:
License/Certification:
- and unrestricted driver’s license? (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
