Trade Marketing Specialist
At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon.
As a Trade Marketing Specialist supporting the Key Account Team and local brand managers, you will be trusted to coordinate, follow up, and implement Alcon brand and category strategies at our key customers from our location in Mechelen.
In this role, a typical day will include:
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Collaborating with brand managers and the KA team to solve communication and implementation challenges.
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Translating international tools and strategies for Alcon brands into local actionable assets and campaigns for key customers.
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Coordinating key account needs with the Brand Manager Key Accounts to ensure timely support and tools.
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Supporting and participating in Customer Partnership Teams, maintaining direct contact with counterparts at assigned accounts.
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Managing the trade marketing budget in collaboration with KAMs and finance, including supplier management and the creation and follow-up of purchase orders and invoicing.
What You’ll Bring to Alcon:
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Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
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Experience: A first experience in project management is a must; experience in a multinational matrix organization and working with external agencies is a plus.
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Technical Skills: Intermediate level proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
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Behaviors: Strong organizational and communication skills, proactive with a hands-on, can-do attitude.
How You Can Thrive at Alcon:
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Benefit from Autonomy: Enjoy the autonomy to manage and execute marketing strategies.
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Challenging Work: Engage in dynamic and challenging projects that make a real impact.
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Team Environment: Collaborate with a supportive and inclusive team culture.
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Sponsorship and Relocation: Sponsorship and relocation offerings available for the right candidate.
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What We Do
Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning more than seven decades, we offer the broadest portfolio of products to enhance sight and improve people’s lives. Our Surgical and Vision Care products touch the lives of more than 260 million people in over 140 countries each year living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases and refractive errors. Our more than 20,000 associates are enhancing the quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with eye care professionals and programs that advance access to quality eye care.