Role Description This role is responsible for the execution of trade planning activities with relevant trade platforms, supporting any required trade planning scenarios along with execution tracking against the set objectives. The Trade Planning & Operation Executive will support the Trade Manager in executing and maintaining trade system operations, ensuring accurate cycle planning uploads, system administration, and platform coordination. This role is critical in enabling smooth execution of trade campaigns and maintaining data integrity across trade platforms. Qualifications - Any Graduation - A bachelor’s degree in a business or Marketing field Requirements - Minimum 5 years of working experience in FMCG industry - Specific experience in Trade Marketing Operation and Planning process and trade system - Strong collaborator with cross-functional working experience - Proactive in seeking new ways/improvements in planning process/system - Fluency in English language - Experience in Trade CRM & planning tools (Salesforce, Anaplan, etc.) - Anaplan certification preferred - Experience in handling Trade marketing data - Proficient in PowerBi, Excel, and PowerPoint - Experience in data analysis, interpretation, and summary presentations - Advanced Excel skills with the ability to interpret, enhance, and optimize reporting conducted via multiple Excel spreadsheets Roles and Responsibilities - Have a good understanding of End Market business priorities, trade agenda, and trade operating model for specific EM assigned while working from GBS Hub (Remote) - Execute trade activities through aligned trade plan and B2B platform functionalities (like Anaplan as Trade Planning tool and Salesforce, etc.) - Manage trade coverage planning - Plan cycle activities (Customer incentive, Field Force incentive, new brand launch activities, POSM planning, pricing changes, etc.) - Ensure timely and accurate input of campaign activities aligned with trade objectives - Create and manage trade activity evaluation (cycle dashboards) via PowerBi - Maintain and update key data sets - Coordinate system maintenance and upgrades, including Change Requests (CR) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) - Liaise with IDT and vendors to resolve system issues and ensure platform stability - Provide system training and support to internal users to ensure effective platform usage - Document and communicate system processes and updates - Work closely with Trade, IDT, and external vendors to ensure seamless platform operations - Support cross-functional teams with system-related queries and enhancements