Trade Marketing Assistant

Marcolin is a worldwide leading group in the eyewear industry founded in 1961 in the heart of the Veneto district, Italy. It stands out for the unique ability to combine craftsmanship with advanced technologies through the constant pursuit of excellence and continuous innovation. The portfolio includes house brands (WEB EYEWEAR, ic! berlin), as well as licensed brands: TOM FORD, Guess, adidas Sport, adidas Originals, Max Mara, Zegna, GCDS, MAX&Co., MCM, Tod's, Pucci, BMW, Kenneth Cole, Timberland, GANT, Harley-Davidson, Marciano and Skechers. Through its own direct network and global partners, Marcolin distributes its products in more than 125 countries. At the end of 2022, Marcolin Group counted about 2,000 employees and net sales of €547.4 million.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Trade Marketing Assistant to join our local team in Sydney. The Trade Marketing Assistant will report to the Trade Marketing Executive for the Australian market, with the role of supporting the development and execution of marketing strategies aimed at driving sales and brand visibility within the eyewear/ fashion industry. 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the development of TRADE MARKETING plans: Liaise with the Trade Marketing Executive for planning, production, and implementation of all in store activities, including point of sales materials, promotions, training, CRM development, etc. plans tailored to specific retail channels and markets (Australia & New Zealand);
2. Implement and monitor TRADE MARKETING activities in line with brand strategy and guidelines, within agreed budget and guidelines, tracking results and evaluating ROI for all different optical channels across APAC; 
3. Assist in coordinating the execution of trade shows and buying day events to assuring the proper product presentations and updates on the marketing plans and their implementation;
4. Guarantee effective training to internal and external staff, sharing brand vision and strategy;
5. Provide administrative support: Handle administrative tasks such as the Marketing budget, EDM communication, and prepare reports to ensure smooth operations of the TRADE MARKETING department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field.
• Preferably 1-2 years’ experience in marketing within the field of eyewear/ fashion/ luxury goods.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop) or Salesforce/ Marketing Cloud is a plus.
• Passion for the eyewear industry and staying up to date with the latest fashion trends.

How to Apply:

If you are enthusiastic about marketing and passionate about the eyewear industry, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this position.