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Trade Marketing Manager|FIJI Water Company# Trade Marketing ManagerFIJI Water Company | Los Angeles, CA | Brand marketing | Associate | Full-time | Job ID: REF7027YShare* Email## Company DescriptionIt’s more than just water. FIJI Water is known for its iconic square bottle and unique mineral profile. Since 1996, FIJI Water has embodied what it means to be Earth's Finest Water(R) and is sold in more than 90 countries. FIJI Water is committed to doing business responsibly and seeking opportunities to make a difference. This means investing in sustainability, the environment, and local communities to enable positive change.The **Trade Marketing Manager** is responsible for spearheading national, regional and account-specific trade marketing opportunities for FIJI Water, and managing the Assistant Manager, Trade Marketing.The role requires a strong understanding of Retail and On Premise channels, accounts, shopper marketing strategies and tactics, ROI analysis and volume forecasting, and general consumer and customer marketing principles. Strong initiative and planning, project management, organization, and attention to detail are essential in this role.This position works cross-functionally with Retail Sales, On Premise Sales, eCommerce, Brand Marketing, PR & Events, Category Management, Sourcing, Finance, and our in-house creative agency as well as with multiple external partners and vendors.This position will be based at our West Los Angeles, CA office. We work a hybrid schedule with an in-office requirement Monday-Wednesday and the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday.## Job Description* Spearhead the development of the U.S. trade marketing strategy in partnership with U.S. Sales and Brand Marketing, ensuring alignment to commercial priorities while delivering against the annual calendar and key focus periods* Lead all trade and shopper marketing programs and toolkits for the U.S. Sales (Retail, On-Premise) team at the national, regional, and retailer-specific level, including consumer sweepstakes, cross-promotions, and coupon programs that drive secondary display and incremental volume* Develop account-specific point-of-sale materials in close collaboration with Brand Marketing, Sales, internal design teams, and external vendors, ensuring brand consistency and in-market effectiveness* Own and manage the annual trade marketing budget, including planning, tracking, and optimization of spend to maximize ROI* Evaluate promotional effectiveness using Circana, Margin Minder, and internal sales data, translating insights into actionable recommendations to improve performance* Create and manage coupon programs end-to-end, including execution, tracking, and analysis of redemption to inform future optimization* Administer and maintain the SharePoint site, ensuring timely distribution of marketing materials to the Sales team and delivering clear, consistent weekly sales communications* Oversee POS fulfillment vendor operations, ensuring accuracy, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery of materials* Occasional travel to support sales meetings and key account engagements## Qualifications* 4+ years of progressive experience in trade marketing, shopper marketing, or commercial marketing within CPG or Food & Beverage* Proven track record of developing and executing national and account-specific trade marketing strategies that drive measurable sales lift and ROI* Demonstrated experience managing direct reports and leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, matrixed environment* Strong business and financial acumen, with ability to manage budgets, evaluate trade spend effectiveness, and optimize investment across programs* Advanced experience with syndicated data (Circana or similar), trade analytics tools, and translating insights into actionable recommendations* Proven ability to build annual trade calendars, align to brand priorities, and deliver against volume and revenue targets* Demonstrated experience working with creative partners and external POS vendors* Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to translate strategy into clear, actionable plans for internal and external stakeholders* Strong organizational skills and operational rigor, including budget management, forecasting, and program tracking* Bachelor’s degree required, business major preferredPay Range: $110,000 to $120,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.FIJI(R) Water, natural artesian water bottled at the source in Viti Levu (Fiji islands), is the No. 1 premium imported bottled water in the United States. FIJI Water is the water of choice among discerning consumers and top chefs. Widely available at fine restaurants and hotels, all major retail channels and through a convenient home/business delivery service, FIJI Water has expanded globally to more than 90 countries. To discover Earth’s Finest Water(R), please visit www.fijiwater.com, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Instagram or Twitter.FIJI Water is part of The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $6 billion company with 10,000 employees worldwide. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit csr.wonderful.com.The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.EEO is the law -* **Career Advancement Opportunities:** Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.* **Focused Learning and Development:** Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.* **Empowering Mentorship Program:** Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.* **Continuous Improvement Training:** Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.* **Building a Healthy Society:**To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit .* **Giving Back to the Community:** Make a difference with , allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.- **Thriving Wellness Community:** Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future #J-18808-Ljbffr