RTM & Commercial Excellence Manager
Japan Tobacco International RTM & Commercial Excellence Manager
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RTM & Commercial Excellence Manager
We are looking for a high-impact commercial professional to drive Route-to-Market (RTM) execution, sales performance management, and trade program governance.
This role plays a critical part in transforming how we prioritize outlets, optimize coverage, and improve ROI in a highly dynamic and competitive FMCG environment.
As the RTM & Commercial Excellence Manager and in the area of Sales, you will:
Drive Route-to-Market Excellence
- Support and execute RTM strategies to improve distribution, coverage, and efficiency
- Lead initiatives such as trade segmentation and coverage optimization
Lead Sales Performance Management
- Track and analyze sales KPIs, targets, and performance trends
- Deliver regular insights (daily / weekly / monthly) to support decision-making
- Identify opportunities to improve salesforce productivity and execution quality
Manage Trade Program Performance
- Monitor execution of trade and promotional programs
- Evaluate effectiveness and ROI of trade investments
- Highlight gaps and recommend actionable improvements
Deliver Data-Driven Insights
- Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel)
- Translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for management
Lead Strategic & Commercial Projects
- Participate in or lead key projects such as:
- RTM transformation
- Performance management initiatives
- Coverage and segmentation improvements
Lead & Develop Team
- Coach and develop team members to build analytical and commercial capability
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Requirements:
- 5–8 years of experience in Sales Operations, Commercial Planning, or RTM (FMCG preferred)
- Strong analytical mindset with experience in Excel, Powe BI, or similar tools
- Solid understanding of distribution, retail channels, and sales operations
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally, manage projects, and deliver results
- Leadership experience with team development capability
- Excellent English communication skills
Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!
Next Steps:
After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.
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