Title:  Trade Marketing & Sales Trainee

We’re JTI, Japan Tobacco International and we believe in freedom. We think that the possibilities are limitless when you’re free to choose. In fact, we’ve spent the last more than 20 years innovating, creating new and better products for our consumers to choose from. It’s how we’ve grown to be present in 130 countries. But our business isn’t just business. Our business is our people. Their talent. Their potential. We believe when they’re free to be themselves, grow, travel and develop, amazing things can happen for our business. That’s why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI. It’s why 9 out of 10 would recommend us to a friend. And why we’ve been awarded Global Top Employer status, ten years running. So when you’re ready to choose a career you’ll love, in a company you’ll love, feel free to #JoinTheIdea. Learn more: jti.com

Job Details

• Title: Trade Marketing & Sales Trainee
• Location: Budapest, Hungary
• Professional Area: Trade Marketing
• Contract Type: Full time, Fixed-term (12 months) Employment Contract
• Professional Level: Entry/Specialist
• Reporting To: Trade Marketing Manager, Trade Marketing

Job Description

Trade Marketing & Sales Trainee

As a Trade Marketing & Sales Trainee at JT International, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting key commercial projects, tracking performance, and ensuring smooth execution of marketing and sales initiatives. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, contribute to data analysis, and assist in creating impactful presentations and reports.

If you're proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to grow in a dynamic environment, this traineeship is the perfect launchpad for your career in Trade Marketing & Sales!

What will you do:

• Support Product Experts Project: Provide regular staff audits (Product Experts and Supervisors) with troubleshooting in collaboration with the Sales team and PE agency. Track and analyze address program and shifts efficiency with regular follow-ups and improvements.
• Reporting: Ensure regular and accurate reporting release such as Competitors overlook (monthly) and Social listening (bi-monthly). Proactively support both functions with any other ad-hoc reports aimed to check the status of ongoing activities, projects, programs. Create presentations in line with brief and timings.
• Cycle Materials: Actively participate in the adaptation of online and offline cycle materials across all categories and touchpoints. Support in cycle materials delivery with required follow-ups.
• Collaboration: Work in close collaboration with the respective colleagues of Marketing, Sales, and all relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment and integration of activities. Actively participate in monthly RSM meetings, participate in field visits on a regular basis.

What would you need to be successful in this role:

• Results-driven, proactive, and possess strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage and create enthusiasm for tasks and initiatives and to work independently while maintaining high-quality standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree, or soon graduation (summer/autumn 2025) in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, or a related field,
• Fluency in Hungarian, good command of English
• Digital proficiency, e.g. MS Office: Excellent Excel, Advanced Powerpoint

What is an advantage:

• Previous internships or work experience
• Participation in relevant projects or extracurricular activities

What can we offer:

Certified #1TOP EMPLOYER with long-term business growth.
Unique company culture of belonging, positive energy, caring and trust.
Competitive salary and benefits, including life insurance.

A wide range of initiatives and tools supporting our diversity and inclusion:

• Barrier-free office
• Flexible ways of working (50:50 office/remotely; flexible work time, allowances for home working costs)
• Wellbeing program addressing work-life balance, physical, mental, social and financial health
• Premium medical care
• Individual support to employees in specific life situations
• Opportunities to actively participate in initiatives promoting an inclusive work environment (Gender Equality, LGBTQIA+, New Ways of Working, Wellbeing)
• Ongoing development opportunities in a truly multinational environment that will inspire your professional and personal growth
• A range of projects and tasks with the autonomy to achieve them
• And many other local benefits and opportunities!

Application Process

• Apply by April 21

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 > Interviews & Case Study > Offer.

Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.

Thank you very much for your curiosity about the role. You are welcome to apply. Please send your CV in English.

Inclusivity Statement

JTI is an equal-opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and providing support for specific needs or access requirements.