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Job Title: MS&P Operations Specialist

The MS&P Operations Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring superior planning, coordination, and execution of market strategies. This role requires expertise in data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and administrative management to support the Market Strategy & Planning team. The candidate must possess strong analytical skills, be proficient in data tools, and effectively coordinate with multiple teams to drive business success. Candidates must have a graduate degree (preferably in management) and 1-4 years of experience in data collation and analysis. Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint is a must. Experience with Nielsen Answers and Trade/Retail marketing is preferred.

YOUR TEAM You will report directly to the Category Team Lead and work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, supply chain, and external vendors, to ensure seamless execution of business strategies.

HOW SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Data-Driven Strategy Execution: Efficiently extract, analyze, and present sales and distribution reports to guide planning decisions.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Effectively collaborate with internal teams and external partners to drive flawless execution of pricing, product launches, and marketing initiatives.
• Operational Excellence: Maintain dashboards, master data files, and reports to ensure smooth category team operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

• Data Analysis & Reporting:
  • Extract, consolidate, and format multiple sales and distribution reports from various sources.
  • Maintain dashboards and master data files at channel and geography levels.
  • Track initiative progress via geographic and channel-level reports.
• Cross-Functional Coordination:
  • Collaborate with internal teams on product pricing changes and new product launches, ensuring clear communication to stakeholders.
  • Work with the corporate assistant to create monthly channel rate-cards.
  • Support the software team in user testing and validate the efficacy of monthly channel plans.
  • Coordinate with the design agency to develop and deliver monthly sales materials, POSMs, and product booklets.
  • Monitor the creation and delivery of POSMs across 29 states.
  • Partner with market planners to ensure stock sufficiency at distributor locations.
  • Consolidate national execution catalogs for key initiatives in collaboration with all sites.
  • Manage product sample coordination for MOT as needed.
  • Compile and publish sales fundamentals reports.
• Administrative Expertise:
  • Manage expense reports for the entire Category Team.
  • Organize and set up meetings within the Category Team.
  • Handle travel bookings for Category Team members.
  • Support pack-shot management (as determined based on capacity).

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Analytical Proficiency: Strong data collation and analysis skills, with a keen eye for actionable insights.
• Technical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with Nielsen Answers is a plus.
• Collaboration & Coordination: Ability to work seamlessly with multiple teams and stakeholders to drive execution.
• Organizational & Administrative Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, reports, and schedules with attention to detail.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Business Acumen: Understanding of trade and retail marketing dynamics.

PREREQUISITES

• Education: Graduate degree (preferably in management).
• Experience: 1-4 years in data collation, analysis, and trade/retail marketing.
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience working with Nielsen Answers and trade/retail marketing.

This role offers opportunities for career growth within the organization, allowing individuals to enhance their skills and contribute to the company's strategic objectives.

ABOUT US We produce globally recognized brands and grow the best business leaders in the industry. With a diverse portfolio of trusted brands, we empower our leaders to drive success across multiple categories and functions. We serve consumers worldwide with a strong portfolio of leadership brands, including Always®, Ariel®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Herbal Essences®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, Tampax®, and more. Our operations span approximately 70 countries globally. Visit http://www.pg.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate against individuals based on race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.

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Graduate degree (preferably in management).

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