Shopper Activation Executive- HYBRID (High Wycombe)

JOB TITLE - Shopper Activation Executive

The Company:

Johnson & Johnson is the world's most comprehensive and broadly-based healthcare Company, touching the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Our Family of Companies throughout the world compete in consumer, pharmaceutical and medical devices & diagnostics markets and have the skills and resources to tackle the world's most pressing health issues.

The Project:

The Shopper Marketing team is tasked with driving J&J’s business through effective engagement and conversion of shoppers at the point of purchase (POP).  This is through the flawless amplification and execution of Brand Marketing plans as well as development of retailer / channel specific co-marketing initiatives.
 

The Shopper Activation Executive is key to delivering success in the marketplace by ensuring that all POS produced meets both our retailer’s needs and engages our shoppers in addition to delivering our projects & commitments on time, in full and on budget.

Role Scope

• Execution in the current year and planning for next.
• All categories and channels/customers
• NPI launches, differentiated retailer initiatives, event plans and monthly activity linked with retailer promotional plans
• Internally and external facing role (agency relationships)  
• Key stakeholders: Shopper Marketing Managers, Brand Team, Customer Development, Supply Chain, Medical and Regulation Teams and External Agencies

The Role:

• Hybrid (Wed & Thurs onsite), High Wycombe
• £20-25 p/h
• 6 Months Initially (High Likelihood of Extension)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Execution with Excellence:

• Assist in managing all POS projects across all brands with external agencies ensuring quality briefs are provided in a timely manner
• Meet all retailer and internal team deadlines to ensure timely and efficient production and delivery of POS
• Liaise with Shopper Marketing Managers to ensure POS adheres to the style guides set for each initiative
• Provide recommendations on materials/structure/print process to ensure POS is disruptive whilst remaining within budget
• Provide clear guidance to team and customer development on lead times required to deliver on commitment to the retailer
• Ensure all regulation approval processes are followed

External Agency Engagement:

• Provide quality and timely briefs for external agencies and engage fully and swiftly to ensure a superior output and strong working relationships and on budget executions.

Budget Management:

• Managing the PO process ensuring PO’s are raised and closed out on time. 
• Take part in monthly reviews with wider team and finance to provide insight into costs related to production

Professional Experience Required:

• Experience with POS production, good understanding of POS structures and print/production processes essential
• Experience in an agency or FMCG/Healthcare preferred
• Experience in working with external agencies
• Experience working with High street and Grocery retailers preferred.  Pharmacy experience preferred
• Good stakeholder management including external agencies.
• Commerciality, Innovation, Creativity, Project Management and a passion and flair for retail execution. 

Competencies:

Influence & Impact:

• Positively champions Shopper Marketing across the business. 
• Eagerly accepts stretch goals – winning attitude.
• Ability to develop relationships across multiple stakeholders.

Insights & Action:

• Executes with excellence.
• Abreast of latest UK best practice in POS and in-store execution.  Sets the standard for retail.

Agility:

• Demonstrates a clear bias for action on priorities.
• Moves with speed to deliver results. 
• Project management skills
   

Business Effectiveness:

• Regulatory and compliance focused.

Customer Genius:

• Good knowledge of retail environment. 
• Understanding of retailer requirements and how to win in store.
   

In Return:

In return for this role you will receive a very competitive hourly rate. A minimum 6 month contract & an opportunity to work with a Global Leader within the Pharmaceutical sector, Johnson & Johnson. 

Things to remember before applying for this role:

• This role is OUTSIDE IR35. The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid (PAYE or LTD options).
• We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.
• We do not accept applications via email.

If you are interested in this role please apply now! Make sure you fill out your application in full, your personal CV will be used for the recruiter’s reference only, they are not sent to Hiring Managers. Ensure all relevant information is included in your application! 

Thank you very much and we look forward to receiving your application. 
 

If you would like some additional information about the role please contact: Courtney.wells@randstadsourceright.co.uk 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences

That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.