Partnerships Trainee

About the Role

Haypp Group is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Partnerships Trainee to join our dynamic team. This early-career opportunity is perfect for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in commercial operations, campaign management, and supplier relations within a fast-paced consumer goods environment. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring seamless execution of customer-centric campaigns while serving as a vital link between our internal teams and external partners.

This position is based in our Arlington, Virginia office.

Key Responsibilities

Campaign & Product Launch Management

• Own the end-to-end planning and execution of customer-centric campaigns, including tracking and implementation

• Manage overall planning for monthly campaign and product launches

• Ensure all product launches are properly reported to relevant regulatory authorities

• Guarantee on-time, in-full delivery of all campaign elements and materials

Supplier & Partner Coordination

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Category Management team

• Collect and manage all necessary materials from partners and suppliers

• Participate in supplier meetings alongside International Commercial Managers, including occasional travel

• Manage the monthly invoicing communication process with suppliers and coordinate follow-ups

• Handle supplier registrations and provide general administrative support

Data Analysis & Insights

• Support Category Managers with actionable insights and data analysis

• Analyze sales and consumer data to develop commercial proposals

• Provide data-driven recommendations to optimize performance

Product Testing & Compliance

• Own the product testing process, including coordinating lab submissions, collecting results, and distributing findings to relevant stakeholders

• Manage sustainability reporting related to products

Internal Communication

• Keep cross-functional teams fully informed of campaign plans, timelines, and updates

• Ensure alignment and transparency across all relevant departments

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field

• Previous experience in commercial operations or similar role

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

• Excellent organizational and project management skills

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Willingness to travel occasionally for supplier meetings

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working at the intersection of commercial strategy and operations. You should be comfortable coordinating with multiple stakeholders, have a passion for data-driven decision making, and take pride in delivering flawless execution.

Haypp Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.