Job Purpose

Reportingdirectlytothe Sales Strategy NRM Lead, the Sales Strategy Manager plays a central role in thedeliveryofGSK’s net sales strategicgrowth plan fortheirassignedportfolio, bybrand.

Primaryaccountabilitiesincludeleadingthedevelopmentofchannel & customerin-marketstrategies, creatingsellingtoolsthatstrengthenour Sales go-to-marketcapability, planningefficiency, and customereffectiveness.

This role alsoinfluencesretailexecutiontoensureourbrand and customerstrategies are effectivelyimplementedin-storewiththedesiredshopperimpact.

The role workscollaborativelyacrossallfunctionstoensurewe are planningourbusinesstomeettheevolvingneeds and timelines ofourcustomerpartners, and executingourin-marketplanswithexcellence as measuredagainstpredefinedgoals.

The role inspires cross-functionalcollaboration and partnership. This Sales Strategy role providesthe ideal candidate theopportunitytowork in a fast-paced, dynamic, and energizedworkenvironmentwhereboth performance and personal developmentmatter

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Undertheguidanceofthe Sales Strategy & NRM Lead, and workingseamlesslywithCustomer Sales Teams and Brand Marketing :

Clearly Define TradeStrategies

Developtheannual sales plansforassignedbrands; establish and measureagainstgoals

Deliverinsight-basedassortment, promotion, shelf & pricingguidancetoolkits

Develop new product sales plans / prioritiestosupportvaryingcustomer & channelmodels (EDLP, Hi-Lo, E-Commerce)

Translatebrand & categorystrategiesintochannel and compelling, shopper-basedcustomerstrategicsellingpropositions

Develop and standardize persuasive presentationmaterials and toolstomaximizesellingeffectiveness

Lead appropriatechannel & customerdifferentiationstrategies and needs

Ensuredisplaystrategies / offerings are in line withthestrategies

Defendwithkeymarketstrategiesagainst competitive threats

Plan Effectively

Incorporatecustomer & channelstrategiesintobrandlong / mid-termcategoryplans

Ensurethecustomerlensisintegratedintoall new productlaunchplans. InstitutionalizeCustomerValueAssessment

Lead producttransitionplanningtominimizecosts & residual, and maximizespeedtofloor

Supportnationalproductallocationsforassignedbrands as required, ensuringminimalin-storeavailabilityimpact

Strengthenlinkbetween Sales & Marketing cycles; developappropriatetoolstomeetexternal / internalneeds

TransformcustomerJoint Business Planningtoworld-class, multi-yearplanning. Ensurekeydeliverables and timelines are welldefined and met

Ensuretrademarginisnot a barrierforgrowth; identify and lead progress as required

Ensurepotentialcustomeracceptance and / orexecutionbarriers are identified and overcome in the Sales / Brand planningprocess

Be theCustomer and Portfolio Expert

Participate in keyCustomer sales calls. Be recognizedbyCustomers as thebrand & categoryexpert

Be recognized as theRetailexpertforbrand, finance, operations, supply and otherdepartments as required

Participate in and lead assignedsegmentsofCustomerJoint Business Planningmeetings

Participate in Customer Sales S&OP process as a contributorforcategoryinsights and promotiontrends

SupportRetailDevelopmentplanningtoensurebrand plan priorities are aligned, effectivelycommunicated, and appropriatelyactioned and measured

Why you?

Basic Qualifications :

We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals :

Bachelor'sdegree in businessor a relatedfieldwith a minimumof 5 yearsTier 1 CPG sales experience

Minimumof 2 years Sales Strategyor Sales Planningfunctionalexperience

Well-developedstrategic and criticalthinkingcapabilities, followedbystrongexecutionskills

Demonstratedbusinesssavvy; confidencetoengage at executive levelsbothinternally and externally at customers

Strongfinancial acumen, budgetmanagementskills, and proficiency in forecastingknowledge

Strongwritten and verbal communicationskills

Excellentcustomerrelationshipskills

Passionforcollaboration

Experienceworking in the OTC marketanasset

Advancedknowledgeof A.C. Nielsen, IQVIAservices data trendsinterpretation, retail POS data and customersystems

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & PowerPoint)

Why Consumer Healthcare?

Right now, we’re on an incredible journey as we prepare to become the first independent, 100% focused consumer healthcare company.

We’re doing this at a time when the work we do has never mattered more. Better everyday health is about improving the health and wellness of the consumers that we touch every year over a billion and a half of them and it goes beyond products.

It’s about truly helping people manage their health proactively in different ways as consumer needs evolve.

With category leading brands such as Sensodyne, Voltaren and Centrum, built on trusted science and human understanding, and combined with our passion, knowledge and expertise, we’re uniquely placed to do this and to grow a strong, successful business.

This is an exciting time to join us and help shape the future. It’s an opportunity to be part of something special.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

In Consumer Healthcare we embrace our diverse workforce by creating an inclusive environment that celebrates our unique perspectives, generates curiosity to create unmatched understanding of each other, and promotes fair and equitable outcomes for everyone.

We’re striving to create a climate where we celebrate our diversity in all forms by treating each other with respect, listening to different viewpoints, supporting our communities, and creating a workplace where your

authentic self belongs and thrives.

GSK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals to apply to our career opportunities.

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