Trade Marketing Manager

Jersey City, NJ (On-site)

$106K/yr – $140K/yrSenior Level6+ years expFull time

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the field-facing execution and trade marketing engine for RTD Cocktails and agave lines, turning brand strategy into shelf wins, with a clear ownership of distribution, display, and pricing dynamics.

  • Trade storytelling and sell-in programs across RTD and agave to drive PODs and shelf impact.
  • Channel-level collateral, POS, and merchandising tools to enable Sales and retailer alignment.
  • Data-driven prioritization using Nielsen/Tableau to optimize programs and drive ROI.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop channel-specific, fact-based selling stories that drive PODs, distribution, and shelf expansion across Prepared Cocktails and agave portfolios.
  • Translate brand strategies into trade-facing collateral including sell sheets, Buy Book content, retailer presentations, and digital trade tools.
  • Support annual, seasonal, and customer-specific planning cycles in partnership with Trade Channel Marketing, Commercial Planning, and Sales.
  • Serve as a commercial expert in Prepared Cocktails, with deep understanding of RTD consumer behavior, occasions, pricing dynamics, and competitive pressures.
  • Apply RTD commercial best practices to elevate execution across agave brands, ensuring continued momentum and relevance at retail.
  • Build trade programs that reinforce taste, quality credentials, and brand differentiation for both categories.
  • Provide category leadership and guidance to Sales teams to support effective sell-in and execution.
  • Lead development of POS and merchandising solutions including tray packs, dump bins, cooler tape, shelf violators, suction devices, wing displays, counter units, cold-box and on-premise tools.
  • Partner closely with Sales in key DMAs to drive shelf placement, display execution, merchandising compliance, and retailer alignment.
  • Support national and regional display programs, seasonal activations, and retailer-specific initiatives designed to win in high-velocity environments.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related field required; MBA a plus.
  • 6+ years of experience in Trade Marketing, Commercial Activation, Shopper Marketing, Commercial Planning, or Division Marketing.
  • Demonstrated experience managing Prepared Cocktails / RTD commercially; candidates from beer organizations are welcome provided their experience is RTD-focused vs. beer-first.
  • Experience with agave, spirits, RTD/RTS, FMBs, or other fast-moving beverage categories preferred.
  • Proven success driving distribution, displays, and retail visibility through trade programming.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and syndicated data tools.

Preferred

  • MBA preferred
  • Experience with Nielsen and Tableau data/tools

Benefits

  • The salary range for this role is a base salary of $105,500 - $140,000 along with an annual bonus, 401K match, and medical and wellness benefits. The range will vary if outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience and skill set against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Proximo Spirits

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Proximo is a leading producer, distributor, importer and marketer of premium spirits in the United States. Formed in 2007 and based in Jersey City, New Jersey, Proximo’s portfolio includes many premium brands such as Jose Cuervo® Tequila, 1800® Tequila, Three Olives® Vodka, Bushmills® Irish Whiskey, The Kraken® Black Spiced Rum, Pendleton® Whisky, Maestro Dobel® Tequila, Gran Centenario® Tequila, Ron Matusalem® Rum, Boodles® British Gin, Hangar 1® Vodka, Creyente® Mezcal, Old Camp® Whiskey, Stranahan’s® Colorado Whiskey and TINCUP® American Whiskey. ©2024 Proximo, Jersey City, NJ. Please drink responsibly.

Founded in 2007
Jersey City, New Jersey, USA
763 employees (125 in marketing)
51% recommend to a friend
72% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
18.8K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
42%
Direct
40.3%
Referral
7.3%
Social
9.1%
Paid
1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~763

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
123 (16% of company)
Median Career Experience
14 years
Median Tenure
3.9 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

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