Duty Free Key Account Management Trainee

We are looking for a Duty Free Key Account Management Trainee!

Based in Istanbul | Part of Shake Your Future – Management Trainee Program

Location: İstanbul

Department: Global Travel Retail (GTR), Sales

Pernod Ricard is Conviviality

We are Créateurs de convivialité. Conviviality is what makes us unique.

It’s a key part of our culture as a Company and is something that people can truly understand and experience once they join Pernod Ricard. When working on our refreshed EVP, we wanted to make sure to capture this essence and incorporate it into our storytelling going forward, to proclaim it: “Conviviality, it’s our thing.”

We Are Pernod Ricard Türkiye

At Pernod Ricard, we bring good times from a good place. As a global leader in the wine & spirits industry, we’re powered by our passion for conviviality, responsibility, and the freedom to shape our own path. Now, through our Shake Your Future MT Program, we’re looking for dynamic, curious, and agile young talents to join our journey.

This is your chance to take part in our Global Travel Retail (GTR) operations and work alongside seasoned professionals to gain hands-on experience in Key Account Management, Brand Activation, and Trade Marketing — all within an international and fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

Support to Türkiye Duty Free Key Accounts:

• Assist the Key Account Manager in operational planning and execution during our Route-to-Market transformation process
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate merchandising activities across Duty Free retail points
• Provide administrative support including invoice processing, promo planning, and sales documentation
• Stay updated on industry dynamics and competitive landscape
• Participate in occasional field visits to gain on-ground commercial experience

Global Customer Management (GCM) Assistance:

• Oversee the execution of commercial and marketing activations including tasting events, promotional setups, and POSM usage
• Track and analyze monthly activities of Pernod Ricard and key competitors
• Follow up on new product launches, pricing strategies, and shelf availability
• Support monthly reporting on depletion data and market share performance

Brand Ambassador (BA) Program Support:

• Act as key contact for Brand Ambassador coordination
• Inform field teams on upcoming promotions and innovations
• Collaborate with our internal training coach to align BA onboarding and development processes

Who You Are

• A recent graduate (or final-year student) from Business Administration, Economics, or related fields
• Passionate about FMCG, Sales, or Marketing with ideally 0–1 year of experience (internships welcome!)
• Highly proficient in English – both written and spoken
• Skilled in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• An excellent communicator with strong organizational skills
• Agile, collaborative, curious — and excited to grow in a global company culture that values concreteness, conviviality, and creativity

What’s In It for You?

• A full-time Management Trainee role with real responsibilities from day one
• Mentorship from experienced leaders and cross-functional collaboration
• Tailor-made development tracks focused on performance and potential
• A chance to become part of the global Pernod Ricard talent network
• And of course… the joy of shaking your future with us

Where Conviviality is at work?

Collective Spirit: Conviviality is in our DNA and connects us beyond borders. The more diverse we are, the better we are at shaping the future of our industry. At our table, we have fun and bring a performance mindset to our work. We feel proud to continue the legacy of our group and iconic brands.

Craft Your Path: Our people enjoy coming together and transforming obstacles into opportunities. Everyone is empowered to do their best work and we nurture an enthusiasm for innovation and growth. Here, you will own your career and have access to unique opportunities to craft the path you want to take.

Cultivate The Future: We’re a business with a soul. We care deeply about each other, our communities and our planet. We cherish the land where our products are grown and are committed to bringing good times from a good place. Being responsible in a safe and sustainable way is at the core of everything we do.

Building a Workplace of Inclusion

In line with the Group’s core values, all recruitment processes are guided by the PR Leadership Attributes and the technical skills required for the role, ensuring fairness and eliminating any potential bias in candidate evaluation.

Ready to shape your future with us?

Apply now and let’s raise the bar together.

Job Posting End Date:

Target Hire Date:

2025-05-16

Target End Date:

2025-05-19

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