Trade Marketing Support Manager at Signature Products Group

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Sales Enablement, Merchandising Execution, Operational Excellence, Workflow Management, Inventory Management, Fixture Execution, Planogram Validation, Costing Analysis, Standard Operating Procedures, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Data Analysis, Trade Marketing, Sales Operations, Retail Merchandising

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Description Signature Products Group® (SPG) is an industry leader in the design, development, manufacture, and distribution of licensed products for some of the most recognized brands in the world. We partner with brands to expand their product categories and ensure consistent, high-quality representation across every channel — from concept through retail. SPG values creativity, teamwork, and a passion for product storytelling. We thrive in a collaborative environment where innovation and accountability drive results. We are looking for a Trade Marketing Support Manager, a highly organized operator and proactive problem-solver who thrives at the intersection of sales enablement, merchandising execution, and operational excellence. If you’re energized by bringing trade strategies to life, managing complex workflows, and partnering across teams to deliver flawless in-market execution, this role was built for you. Trade Marketing Operations & Execution Own seasonal Salesmen Samples (SMS) ordering for the Sales team, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment to selling strategies Process and manage sales sample requests, partnering with Operations and Inventory teams to locate, allocate, and track product Lead the fixture process from concept through execution, working closely with the Merchandising Coordinator to ensure validation, accuracy, and readiness for market Support POG validation and inventory management, collaborating with Merchandising, Sales Analytics, Operations (BI & Demand Planning), and SOP teams to ensure clean, executable plans Project Management & Workflow Manage multiple trade initiatives simultaneously, tracking timelines, deliverables, and dependencies across teams Proactively identify gaps, risks, or inefficiencies and partner cross-functionally to implement solutions Maintain organized documentation, tracking tools, and physical assets tied to trade marketing initiatives Costing, Analysis & Optimization Conduct bi-annual SMS costing analysis, identifying opportunities for cost optimization and margin protection Partner with Finance, Operations, and Sales to align costing assumptions with trade strategy and execution realities Support data-driven decision-making through clear communication of cost impacts and tradeoffs SOP Development & Cross-Functional Alignment Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as needed across: Salesmen Samples (SMS) Tradeshow warehouse inventory management Fixture creation, validation, and execution Work alongside cross-functional teams to align expectations, standardize processes, and improve scalability Continuously refine workflows to support growth, consistency, and operational clarity Requirements Required Skills & Experience 3–6+ years of experience in Trade Marketing, Sales Operations, Merchandising, or a related field within a consumer goods or retail environment Highly organized with strong project management skills, able to manage multiple initiatives, timelines, and cross-functional dependencies simultaneously Detail-oriented operator with experience executing end-to-end processes, including product/sample coordination, inventory management, or fixture execution Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Merchandising, Operations, Finance, and Analytics teams to deliver aligned outcomes Familiarity with retail merchandising practices, including Planograms (POGs), fixture development, and in-store execution standards Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience supporting costing, budgeting, or operational decision-making Experience developing or improving processes and SOPs, with a focus on driving efficiency, scalability, and consistency Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset, with the ability to identify gaps, navigate ambiguity, and drive execution independently Signature Products Group offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, vision, dental, STD/LTD, Life insurance, 401k, and paid holidays. We also offer flexible PTO, a canine friendly workplace, onsite gym, special events and continuous learning opportunities. Benefits: 401(k) program and company match Health, dental, and vision insurance Health savings account Employee assistance program Basic life and AD&D insurance Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay plan

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for owning trade marketing operations, including managing Salesmen Samples ordering, processing sample requests, and leading the fixture creation process from concept to execution. The manager will also support Planogram validation and inventory management by collaborating across Operations, Merchandising, and Sales Analytics teams.