Regional Trade Marketing Supervisor

Regional Trade Marketing Supervisor – Drive Strategic Growth for Almarai in Saudi Arabia

Join Almarai, the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company and a market leader in food and beverage manufacturing across the MENA region, as a Regional Trade Marketing Supervisor in Jeddah. With a legacy spanning over five decades, Almarai has established itself as a trusted name in nutritious and high-quality products, including dairy, juices, baked goods, poultry, infant formula, and more. As part of a dynamic team of over 43,000 Quality Makers, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Almarai’s commercial success by optimizing trade marketing strategies to maximize sales growth and profitability.

In this strategic position, you will collaborate closely with the Trade Marketing Manager to execute impactful category and product planograms, ensuring seamless in-store and outdoor branding, as well as promotional activities. Your expertise will be instrumental in maintaining and refining merchandising planograms across the region, aligning them with Almarai’s commercial objectives. By fostering cross-departmental collaboration, you will ensure that merchandising excellence is achieved through cohesive planning and execution.

Your responsibilities will extend beyond traditional trade marketing duties. You will oversee the organization and execution of regional events, school promotions, corporate initiatives, and special activities, ensuring they align with Almarai’s brand vision and commercial goals. Additionally, you will coordinate with local agencies and marketing teams to streamline campaign rollouts, while working hand-in-hand with sales and merchandising teams to develop and implement store-specific projects. Your ability to manage trade marketing investments effectively will be key in driving measurable ROI and enhancing Almarai’s market presence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute category and product planograms to optimize in-store visibility and sales performance, ensuring alignment with Almarai’s strategic objectives.
• Coordinate in-store and outdoor branding initiatives, including POSM (Point-of-Sale Materials), to enhance brand recognition and consumer engagement.
• Lead and organize regional events, promotions, and special activities, ensuring they are executed with precision and contribute to Almarai’s commercial success.
• Collaborate with local agencies and marketing teams to streamline campaign rollouts, ensuring seamless execution and maximum impact.
• Work closely with sales and merchandising teams to develop and implement store-specific projects, creating tailored execution plans to drive results.
• Analyze and optimize trade marketing investments to maximize ROI and commercial impact, leveraging data-driven insights for strategic decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with marketing campaigns and SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) management, maintaining operational efficiency across the region.

Qualifications and Skills:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business or Marketing is required, with a strong preference for candidates with a proven track record in trade marketing.
• Proven experience (1+ years) in trade marketing, with a focus on category management, merchandising, and promotional strategies.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to influence stakeholders and negotiate effectively.
• Familiarity with marketing campaigns, SKU management, and MS Office, including advanced proficiency in data analysis and presentation tools.
• Strong analytical and numeracy skills, with the ability to interpret data and drive actionable insights for commercial success.
• High-level influencing and negotiation abilities, coupled with the capacity to deliver results within tight deadlines and work collaboratively in a team environment.

At Almarai, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and sustainable growth. As a Regional Trade Marketing Supervisor, you will be part of a high-performing team that drives Almarai’s market leadership in Saudi Arabia and beyond. Join us and contribute to the creation of a legacy that prioritizes quality, trust, and commercial success.

Almarai offers a competitive compensation package, including generous leave policies, comprehensive medical coverage, discretionary bonuses, and extensive training and development opportunities. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to grow with one of the most respected names in the MENA food and beverage industry.