Trade Marketing Intern Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

Phusion Projects:

Established in 2005, Phusion Projects is a global alcoholic beverage company with presence in over 40 countries, employing 250+ worldwide and housing a portfolio of brands including Four Loko, Four Loko PREGAME, Four Loko Remix, Mamitas, and Overtime.

Culture:

Innovation and disruption are in the DNA at Phusion. We understand drinkers as category agnostic and we pursue flavor, brand, and functional benefits above all else. We're always looking to push boundaries within our current product portfolio and partnerships, and that mindset flows through our company culture.

Position Overview:

The Trade Marketing Intern will support the execution of trade marketing programs and sales communication across Phusion's brand portfolio. This role focuses on a broad range of responsibilities - from developing POS materials and managing promotional assets, to coordinating field marketing initiatives and maintaining inventory across partners and warehouses. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, cross-functional, and equally comfortable managing logistics and creative projects.

This is a hybrid position, with the expectation that you are present in-office 2 days per week.

Please note: You must be 21 years of age or older at the time of the internship to be eligible.

Compensation:

The hourly wage range for this role is $18 - 22 per hour. The range listed is dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education, and skills.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and execution of quarterly trade programs across all brands and product lines.
• Assist in the creation of POS materials, displays, promotional assets, and sales collateral through all phases of development: design, production, and order fulfilment.
• Track and manage POS inventory (display pieces, print POS, apparel and merchandising items) across multiple partners and warehouses.
• Support field marketing initiatives, including sampling programs and event execution.
• Field any requests for customer support from the sales teams and facilitate timely resolution of any shipping, delivery, or accounting issues.
• Write, design, and deliver Phusion's Sales Communication Digital Newsletter to the organization.
• Populate and maintain the online repository of graphic assets and sales materials.
• Research consumer behavior, emerging beverage trends, and competitive activity.
• Visit retail accounts and bars/restaurants to evaluate merchandising and execution.
• Support ideation around seasonal, cultural, and sports/music-related marketing opportunities.
• Track and manage merchandise inventory across multiple platforms, supporting sales, field marketing, and consumer marketing teams.
• Support marketing team to pick, pack, and send out marketing materials to vendors, partners, influencers.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field preferred.
• Computer skills required: Microsoft Office Suite.
• Computer skills preferred: Working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Interest in consumer packaged goods or brand marketing.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a minimum of supervision.

Competencies:

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Frequently required to sit
• Frequently required to hold computer or tablet
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Continually required to talk or hear
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Phusion Projects is an equal opportunity employer. Phusion recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status, as required by applicable law.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.