Category Execution Group (CEG) Promo Planning Manager (Project Based)

Business Context and Main Purpose of the Job:

To provide partners the necessary requirements to execute a specific promotion /activation.  They will lead the planning of the activity including artwork designing, sourcing of materials (merch & premiums) and permit processing across customers / channels / categories.

 Main Accountabilities:

• Provide effective and cost effective means of executing an activity
• Ensure timely delivery of requirements to stakeholders (i.e. field / CCD partners)
• Drive continuous improvement in activity execution

Qualifications:

• As a Promo Planning Manager, they must lead the entire planning process after stakeholders download the activity concept.
• They should have basic understanding of digital merchandising / promotions / advertising to drive activations to the next level.
• They must have basic knowledge on artwork editing and designing.
• They must be able to translate the concepts into reality by providing the following:
  • Designs / Artwork aligned to the theme – working in coordination with the Creatives team
  • Traditional / Digital Merchandising materials – working in coordination with IW
  • Premium items and other materials needed to execute the activity – working in coordination with Procurement
  • Government permits
• They must be able to work with cross functional teams during the planning process (i.e. Third party agencies, field teams, CCD team, QA, R&D, MDM)
• They can solve problems in execution and drive continuous improvement in systems and processes
• They must possess the following traits:
  • Can work well in teams
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong project management skills
  • Can work well under tight deadlines
  • Have clear attention to details
• Graduate of a Business or related degree from a reputable university
• Should be a team player and possesses a professional and mature demeanor
• Should have an experience in a corporate marketing environment
• Experience overseeing work of others
• 2 to 3 years relevant experience in project management and handling digital merchandising / promotions is a plus
• Amenable for a Project Based role of 12 months.

We highly encourage applicants to exclude information on age, gender, and school/s in view of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Unilever assesses candidates based on skills, performance, experience and leadership.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.