PR/087134 | Sales Planner for Beverage (m / f / d)

Company and Job Overview
A famous Japanese alcohol brewery company with over a hundred years of history is looking for a Sales Planner for Beverage (m/f/d) based in Düsseldorf. The European headquarters is responsible for sales and marketing in Europe, Russia, and the Middle East. Although the organization is still relatively small, its business is expanding and gradually strengthening its structure, particularly its sales team. Establishing a corporate strategy department and required staff for strengthening sales activities. For this role, it is requested to report to Corporate Strategy Manager, and information will be maintained regularly in other related departments, such as the sales and financial department, including Japan HQs, Data Provider, Customer Insights Firm, Market Research Company, etc.

Job Responsibilities
Analyzing data to identify key business issues
Enhancing the quality of business negotiations through the organization and effective use of diverse data
Improving the quality and effectiveness of sales materials
Gathering insights and conducting interviews to strengthen off-channel activities
Refining and developing practical sales tools
Creating and executing sales promotion initia-tives, including social media marketing
Supporting the skill development of sales rep-resentatives

Job Requirements
Business proficiency in English is mandatory, Japanese or any other European language is a plus
Over 5 years of experience as a sales planner or in a similar role within the FMCG industry
Academic degree in any subject, alternatively any professional / vocational qualification
Strong skills in analyzing market and sales data
Experience in market and consumer research
Proficient in shopper marketing strategies
Proven track record of leading initiatives to expand business operations
Solid experience in budget planning and management
Professional business etiquette and communication skills
Strong interest in Japan, Japanese food, culture
Willing to work in the long term
A dynamic and participative team player in a multinational environment
Proactive and easily accessible 
Strong communication and presentation skills for various levels of counterparts

Benefits & Others
Working hours: 40 hours/week, Flexible
Annual holidays: 30 days/year

Due to the high volume of applicants, we regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding.