Retail Marketing Trainee

Retail Marketing Trainee

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EN – JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE:

• Support the Retail Marketing Department on all 360 launches, activations, and animations for the full network.
• Coordinate and liaise on special projects and KCP activities including communication and updates from cross functional departments.
• Track and ensure all timelines, directives, deliverables, and work back schedules are followed and executed as per the thematic calendar.
• Liaise and coordinate with external suppliers and agencies to ensure all deliverables and timelines are met as per the thematic calendar.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

MARKETING ACTIVITIES

• Assist in the coordination of all Instore Retail Elements as per the thematic calendar.
• Assist in all stages of the animation process including design, coordination, production, and execution, ensuring all deadlines are managed and met.
• Support on all VM Guidelines and merchandizing requirements as per Retail Team needs.
• Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of all animation trackers and documents.
• Track, coordinate and store all assets received on a weekly basis as per the activation calendar.
• Coordinate and liaise on LCD/ LED screen facilitation across all markets including resizing and customization of videos to ensure timely and accurate update across stores.
• Send minute meetings out of all meetings with respective and collaborative teams as per weekly and bi-weekly updates.
• Assemble presentation slides as required for key weekly meetings including but not limited to the Weekly Trade Meeting, Category Meetings and Weekly Omnichannel Meetings.
• Assist in the roll out and tracking of all category fixtures across the network.
• Visit the UAE network of stores during thematic launches and other KCP’s to ensure quality and timely installation of animation fixtures.
• Conduct Competitive Store Checks as required

TEAM COORDINATION

• Build relationships with key stakeholders of the marketing and operations teams to ensure timelines are met for retail activations.
• Work closely to support the brand activations team for asset tracking and coordination.
• Support on content briefs as required, including building out campaign briefing documents and roll outs.
• Work closely with cross functional teams to ensure smooth facilitation of all deliverables.
• Support Retail Marketing Department with specialty projects and ensure timely execution and delivery.

AGENCY/SUPPLIER RELATIONS

• Provide necessary information to the suppliers by way of supplier files, art elements and all other necessary production elements.
• Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and logistics, with regards to new openings, closing or renovation operations.
• Liaise and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams on smooth developments of special projects.

SKILLS, QUALITIFCATIONS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

The successful candidate should have a university diploma and be fluent In English with excellent MS Office Skills (PowerPoint & Excel). The candidate should also possess strong communication and prioritization skills with the ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment. Willing and able to travel within the region.

Most importantly, the candidate needs to embody the Sephora Culture, DNA and Employee Value Propositions (EVP). They need to have excelled authentic communication, coordination and influencing skills and be energized by working in a fast paced and dynamic environment.