Job Description

We're JTI, Japan Tobacco International and we believe in freedom. We think that the possibilities are limitless when you're free to choose. In fact, we've spent the last 20 years innovating, creating new and better products for our consumers to choose from. It's how we've grown to be present in 130 countries.

But our business isn't just business. Our business is our people. Their talent. Their potential. We believe when they're free to be themselves, grow, travel and develop, amazing things can happen for our business.

That's why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI. It is why 87% of employees feel happy working at JTI. And why we've been awarded Global Top Employer status, eight years running.

So when you're ready to choose a career you'll love, in a company you'll love, feel free to #JoinTheIdea.

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Purpose of the Position:

The Field Marketer (FM) is accountable & responsible for his/her assigned territories in ensuring optimal planning & execution of field marketing, trade service level and A&V opportunities. Maintain continuous streamlined communication with all key stakeholders for efficient resolution of any trade opportunities/challenges. He will be expected to analyze information from tools like DSD/PowerBI/Retail Eye systems and conduct territorial exploration for business opportunity and growth. The FM is also responsible to observe market dynamics in accordance with JTI standards.

Responsibilities:

• You will identify opportunities in the market via Field Marketing approach focusing on consumer centric at retail level to deliver brand building strategies, strategic market development planning & product assessment for optimal awareness & to gain SOM
• Ensure the achievement of field marketing, sales & distribution objectives focusing on the right & high impact outlets within the designated area. To achieve measurable sales & distribution targets through close monitoring and working closely with distributor's sales team/areas of responsibility
• Develop and maintain a highly motivated and competent distributor's sales team by fostering a good working relationship with the salesman through regular field visitation, understanding their needs & providing appropriate support
• You will maintain proper and updated administrative records on sales data, distribution analysis, merchandising records and other business-related costs. Take accountability to fully optimize information from DSD/TME systems and Marketing & sales programs towards realizing the full benefits for the business
• To participate or implement any ad-hoc activities as per requested by superior. Actively participate in meetings/discussion on a group or individual basis is needed to have a clear and concise understanding of JTI business objectives
• You will maintain & develop a mutually productive relationship with all assigned accounts like general trade, key accounts, etc. and customers through frequent visitation (including compliance check) & ensuring sales team provide the expected satisfactory trade service level

Requirements:

• Minimum SPM/MCE. Diploma or Degree holder in Business Administration, Marketing or any other related field
• At least 1-2yrs of relevant working experience in Sales & Marketing, preferably in the FMCG Industry
• Have good leadership and interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Knowledge of Chinese and local dialects are an added advantage
• Must have at least 2 years driving experience with driver's license and willing to work in the field
• Must be familiar & capable in using business tools provided
• Has the ability to plan and organize well
• A self-starter with the ability to meet objectives under minimum supervision
• Amenable to work in Terengganu

Recruitment process:

Thank you very much for your interest in the role.

We will make sure every candidate will receive a reply within 2 weeks after the application deadline.