Marshall Retail Group
Senior Manager, Trade Planning & Deployment
Marshall Retail Group, Las Vegas, Nevada, us, 89105
The
Senior Manager, Trade Planning & Deployment
translates enterprise commercial strategies into clear, executable trade deployment plans that align with business priorities and drive performance. This role coordinates end-to-end trade planning and readiness, ensuring promotional activities are delivered on time, within budget, and with full operational alignment across Commercial and Field teams. Acting as the tactical engine of trade planning, the Senior Manager ensures precision in timing, communication, and post-program analysis to strengthen accountability and measurable results.
Pay Range:
$80,000- 95,000 annually
Location:
This role requires being based within 30 miles of Las Vegas, Atlantic City or the ability to self-relocate by January 31, 2026.
Key Responsibilities Planning & Coordination
Manage the trade planning calendar, ensuring milestone completion, cross-functional alignment, and operational readiness.
Coordinate timelines, materials, and communications across Commercial, Marketing, and Field Operations.
Oversee campaign readiness reviews and facilitate updates on execution progress and risks.
Partner with Field and Central teams to align deployment timing and business priorities.
Maintain trade activation dashboards and reporting tools to monitor execution status.
Operational Execution
Translate strategic goals into actionable plans, ensuring readiness at all levels of the organization.
Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver campaigns that meet defined KPIs and standards.
Identify and resolve process gaps, escalating issues to ensure timely implementation.
Facilitate post-program reviews, capturing data and insights to optimize future deployment cycles.
Performance & Improvement
Partner with Finance and Analytics to track ROI and performance metrics for all trade activities.
Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, data transparency, and reporting accuracy.
Support the Director, Trade Planning & Deployment in evolving tools, systems, and practices that drive scalability and consistency.
Key Metrics
Calendar Adherence (%): Trade programs launched on time.
Execution Accuracy (%): Percentage of trade initiatives executed as planned.
Promotion ROI (%): Measured impact and effectiveness of trade activations.
Process Efficiency (%): Reduction in rework, errors, and coordination time.
Feedback Score (%): Partner satisfaction and readiness alignment.
Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or related field.
7–10 years of progressive experience in retail operations, trade planning, or deployment.
Proven ability to manage large-scale promotional planning and coordination.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and lead through influence.
Skills & Competencies
Trade calendar governance and planning.
Deployment and readiness framework design.
Cross-functional collaboration and influence.
Data-driven decision-making and reporting.
Strong written and verbal communication.
Continuous improvement and operational excellence mindset.
Leadership Attributes
Analytical and detail-oriented with strong follow-through.
Builds clarity and alignment across cross-functional teams.
Adapts quickly to shifting priorities and business needs.
Leads with accountability, focus, and composure in fast-paced environments
About Us WHSmith is a leading global travel retailer with over 1,700 stores across 30 countries worldwide. WHSmith North America, incorporating Marshall Retail Group (MRG) and InMotion, represents over half of the Company’s international store estate, with a collection of attractive, successful specialty retail stores located in airports and resorts across North America.
Legal & Compliance Disclaimer WHSmith North America is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. All questions above are job-related and designed to assess qualifications and experience relevant to the position. Responses will not be used to discriminate or determine eligibility on any basis unrelated to bona fide job requirements.
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Senior Manager, Trade Planning & Deployment
translates enterprise commercial strategies into clear, executable trade deployment plans that align with business priorities and drive performance. This role coordinates end-to-end trade planning and readiness, ensuring promotional activities are delivered on time, within budget, and with full operational alignment across Commercial and Field teams. Acting as the tactical engine of trade planning, the Senior Manager ensures precision in timing, communication, and post-program analysis to strengthen accountability and measurable results.
Pay Range:
$80,000- 95,000 annually
Location:
This role requires being based within 30 miles of Las Vegas, Atlantic City or the ability to self-relocate by January 31, 2026.
Key Responsibilities Planning & Coordination
Manage the trade planning calendar, ensuring milestone completion, cross-functional alignment, and operational readiness.
Coordinate timelines, materials, and communications across Commercial, Marketing, and Field Operations.
Oversee campaign readiness reviews and facilitate updates on execution progress and risks.
Partner with Field and Central teams to align deployment timing and business priorities.
Maintain trade activation dashboards and reporting tools to monitor execution status.
Operational Execution
Translate strategic goals into actionable plans, ensuring readiness at all levels of the organization.
Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver campaigns that meet defined KPIs and standards.
Identify and resolve process gaps, escalating issues to ensure timely implementation.
Facilitate post-program reviews, capturing data and insights to optimize future deployment cycles.
Performance & Improvement
Partner with Finance and Analytics to track ROI and performance metrics for all trade activities.
Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, data transparency, and reporting accuracy.
Support the Director, Trade Planning & Deployment in evolving tools, systems, and practices that drive scalability and consistency.
Key Metrics
Calendar Adherence (%): Trade programs launched on time.
Execution Accuracy (%): Percentage of trade initiatives executed as planned.
Promotion ROI (%): Measured impact and effectiveness of trade activations.
Process Efficiency (%): Reduction in rework, errors, and coordination time.
Feedback Score (%): Partner satisfaction and readiness alignment.
Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or related field.
7–10 years of progressive experience in retail operations, trade planning, or deployment.
Proven ability to manage large-scale promotional planning and coordination.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and lead through influence.
Skills & Competencies
Trade calendar governance and planning.
Deployment and readiness framework design.
Cross-functional collaboration and influence.
Data-driven decision-making and reporting.
Strong written and verbal communication.
Continuous improvement and operational excellence mindset.
Leadership Attributes
Analytical and detail-oriented with strong follow-through.
Builds clarity and alignment across cross-functional teams.
Adapts quickly to shifting priorities and business needs.
Leads with accountability, focus, and composure in fast-paced environments
About Us WHSmith is a leading global travel retailer with over 1,700 stores across 30 countries worldwide. WHSmith North America, incorporating Marshall Retail Group (MRG) and InMotion, represents over half of the Company’s international store estate, with a collection of attractive, successful specialty retail stores located in airports and resorts across North America.
Legal & Compliance Disclaimer WHSmith North America is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. All questions above are job-related and designed to assess qualifications and experience relevant to the position. Responses will not be used to discriminate or determine eligibility on any basis unrelated to bona fide job requirements.
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