Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.
We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.
At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.
Position Summary
The Trade planner supports the Business Unit Head, Dermatological Skincare, in delivering financial and strategic objectives. This role executes sales and marketing programs, coordinates cross-functional activities, and ensures accurate tracking and reporting of business performance. The position reports to the Business Unit Head with a dotted line to Brand and Sales teams.
This position is based at Galderma Downtown Toronto office (161 Bay St.) with a base salary range of 80,000 - 100,000 CAD plus bonus.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial & Cross-Functional Coordination
• Act as the primary liaison between Sales, Retail Sales Representatives, Marketing, Operations, Customer Service, Demand Planning, and Finance.
• Coordinate information flow throughout the Business Planning Process.
Sales & Performance Reporting
• Communicate weekly Sales Huddle documents to the Leadership Team.
• Support Finance with trade spend management and maintain the trade spend tracker with weekly sales updates.
• Track and report performance of promotional activities and display programs.
Demand Planning & Inventory Management
• Provide Sales & Marketing input into the Demand Planning process.
• Manage exit/run-down strategies, customer allocations, and slow-moving/obsolete inventory.
Marketing & Product Launch Support
• Support Brand Leads in developing trade decks, sales tools, and launch materials.
• Coordinate artwork creation for displays, coupons, ad mats, and marketing assets.
• Communicate product launch details, specifications, display programs, samples, and must-stock lists.
Display Program Management
• Oversee display menu development, forecasting, sell-through tracking, and inventory management.
• Lead weekly display status meetings and manage slow-moving display inventory.
Category & Business Insights
• Collaborate with the Category Development Advisor on plan-o-grams, category reviews, scorecards, and reporting.
Budget & Compliance
• Assist Brand Leads in tracking A&P budgets.
• Partner with the Promotional Review Committee (PRC) to review materials and ensure compliant, brand-aligned claims.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 1 year of CPG Marketing experience.
• Experience in product positioning, consumer promotions, and marketing execution.
• Strong project management skills.
• Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong analytical skills, business acumen, and problem-solving ability.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
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What We Do
Galderma is the leading company solely dedicated to skin and advancing the future of dermatology. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of sophisticated brands and services across Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Through trusted partnerships with healthcare professionals, we ensure to meet individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes.
