Pet Channel | Indirect Account Manager
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Job Summary
Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number#173791 - Tokyo Tokyo-To Japan
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising in Oral Care Personal Care Home Care Skin Care and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive a caring innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people their pets and our planet. Guided by our core valuesCaring Inclusive and Courageouswe foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together lets build a brighter healthier future for all.
Job Summary
The indirect business is a strategic member of the organization. He/she is in charge of:
Achieving sales shares and in-store KPI within Key Customers in the Pet channel
Build strong engagement by developing negotiating and implementing indirect business with Key wholesaler in the Pet channel. Produce clear and efficient internal communication to ensure excellent execution
Conduct effective negotiations to implement Terms and Conditions aimed at achieving profitable growth for Hills and Customers
Represent Hills as the strategic partner of choice in premium dog and cat nutrition to Customers in Japan
Build strong / efficient Go-To-Market strategy
Develop a clear understanding of customer strategies policies and future plans including Digital opportunities
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
% | Task |
|---|---|
60 | Build and improve our Go-To-Market strategy following our company strategy. Negotiate and follow up indirect business KPIs with key accounts wholesalers. Implement an efficient communication plan through high-level negotiations with the wholesalers headquarters. |
10 | Manage agreed budget for Commercial Investment. Propose the best investment strategy for Budget and LEs. Conduct GtN review to balance accruals vs actuals with the Finance Department . Based on monthly sales discipline sales progress will be clearly shown improving the accuracy of forecasts. |
10 | Establish an effective communication plan by working closely with cross-functional teams primarily CD members finance and CSL teams. |
5 | In line with the companys channel strategy implement an exit plan for non-strategy retailers. |
5 | Develop Distribution Policy implementation and compliance to Commercial Selling Principles |
5 | Manage the breeder business and establish an effective and sustainable implementation plan. |
5 | Represent Hills at meetings/conferences e.g. Trade shows Pet training days Local and National meetings Client Meetings |
100 |
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This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions.
Education/ Experience Requirements
Basic qualifications include:
University Degree
At least 5-7 years of experience in Customer Development/Sales
Fluency in Japanese Business English (Preferred)
Valid drivers license required
Preferred qualifications include: Experience in FMCG or wholesale management
Expected Areas of Skills
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and ability to learn company specific tools & programs
Proven track of successful commercial skills
Leadership Competencies (Should match the Colgate Global Competencies)
Consumer/customer focus
Teamwork and Collaboration
Strategy/Vision
Cross-functional Perspective and Collaboration
Effective Execution
Functional Competencies (Should match the Colgate Global Competencies)
Understanding our environment
Understanding of Retail environment / Customer Strategy
Analytical
Selling & Negotiation
Financial Proficiency & Pricing excellence
Self-organization
Flexibility
Working Relationships (Key partnerships and reporting relationships)
Does this position supervise: No
Peers: Team leader Pet Key Account Manager Pet and Pet territory manager
Travel Requirements
Expected percentage of travel: Up to 40%
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our peopledeveloping strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self is treated with respect and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race colour religion gender gender identity sexual orientation national origin ethnicity age disability marital status veteran status (United States positions) or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
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About Company
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