Customer Development Student Placement 2022
by Johnson & Johnson
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Customer Development Student Placement 2022
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 in the UK are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each and every 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”!
Position summary:
Customer Development: This team is J&J's key point of contact with our many customers, from large national retailers to local pharmacies. Customer Development manages accounts, develops and maintains relationships, sells products and ultimately reaches our sales targets.
It is sales with a difference. It’s not about making a quick buck. We believe in building long-lasting relationships and being a valued customer partner. Join us and you’ll receive all the training and support you need to get to know our products inside and out and help deliver against our sales targets by building strong partnerships with internal colleagues and customers. And as we’re Johnson & Johnson, you’ll be able to stand in front of your customers, 100% confident about the integrity, quality and heritage of products that make a real difference to people’s lives.
You will have the opportunity to get involved in a range of activities such as preparing and executing plans to share with retailers, keeping the team up to date with what is happening n retailers for our products and competitors via Store visits. You may be responsible for conducting business analysis and tracking and make recommendations to the business. Also, expect to work closely with the marketing team to create engaging plans that will results in the “triple Win” (For our Consumers, Our Customers and For Us). No 2 days are the same within the Customer Development team at J&J. There are also opportunities throughout the year to take art in cross functional projects and have contacts with the senior leaders in the business.
Main duties and responsibilities:
- Regular store visits
- Tracking and reporting sales figures
- Working alongside Shopper Marketing to create effective point of sale material
- Presenting of new products and promotions / deals to customers
- Supporting the creation of strategies for each brand alongside the Marketing team
- Carrying out business planning such as forecasting and trade investment management.
Qualifications
Requirements of the role
- 2 years of degree level study completed
- A minimum of 2:1 achieved in first year of study
- Right to live and work in the UK for the full duration of the role
Key skills and competencies
- Take responsibility for delivering results and eagerly accept challenges
- Ability to digest information effectively and consequently prioritise
- Takes a strategic approach
- Market assessment and targeting skills
- Big picture orientation
- Intellectual curiosity
- Prudent risk taker
- Builds strong, productive relationships
- Demonstrates ability to work well in a team
- Demonstrate self-awareness by actively seeking feedback and using constructive criticism
- Effective listener remaining open to other’s ideas
- Analytical skills
Please note that we plan to close for first round of applications on 31st October, but could close earlier if we receive too many applications
About Johnson & Johnson
Imagine your next breakthrough in health. In tech. In your passion. Now imagine the impact of that breakthrough multiplied by the billion people whose lives are positively impacted by Johnson & Johnson innovations.
This is where your knowledge and passion can change the trajectory of human health.
We are the world’s most broadly-based global healthcare business, with more than 275 companies spanning across 60 countries. Each company is different and together they touch all aspects of human health, from consumer health to pharmaceuticals and medical devices. All connected by purpose.
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