Sales Technologies Management Trainee

Department: Business Development & Trade Marketing
Reports to: Sales Technologies Manager
Location: Istanbul, Türkiye
Working model: Hybrid
Program duration: Initially 12 months, with the possibility of extension for an additional term based on performance.

Meet Pernod Ricard and experience Our Convivial Spirit

Ready to join Pernod Ricard, the world's the #1 premium spirits organisation with the industry's most comprehensive and diversified portfolio of premium brands including 18 of the world's top 100 spirits brands?

As Créateurs de Convivialité, our purpose is to inspire authentic moments of sharing through our iconic brands, including Absolut Vodka, Jameson Irish Whiskey, and Martell Cognac, sold in over 160 countries.

"Conviviality" is our secret ingredient, poured into everything we do, and rooted in every one of us who works here. Collective spirit drives our success, empowering you to craft your path and bring your authentic self to every occasion.

If you recognize yourself in the description below, don't wait to apply!

Purpose of the position

Support the digital transformation of Pernod Ricard Türkiye’s sales processes by helping to design, implement and optimize sales technologies and data-driven ways of working.

Main responsibilities and tasks

Support sales digital transformation projects

• Contribute to the design and rollout of digital initiatives that simplify how our sales teams work, staying grounded in real business needs and opportunities.
• Collaborate across functions and borders to gather requirements, test new solutions and help transform obstacles into opportunities for more efficient ways of working.

Contribute to sales technologies and tools

• Assist in the configuration, documentation and day-to-day follow-up of CRM, sales data management and automation tools, ensuring they are user-friendly and add real value
• Partner with Business Development, Sales and Tech teams to translate business needs into practical enhancements in our tools, bringing your authentic perspective to the discussion.

Monitor and improve tool performance

• Track usage and performance of existing sales technologies, preparing clear summaries that highlight pain points and opportunities for improvement.
• Propose and support small, iterative enhancements that make tools more intuitive for users, nurturing an enthusiasm for innovation and continuous improvement.

Support data analysis and reporting

• Prepare, maintain and analyze sales reports and dashboards that enable data-driven decision-making, ensuring information is reliable and easy to understand.
• Work with stakeholders to turn data insights into concrete recommendations, staying mindful of the impact on our people, customers and communities.

Drive adoption and change in ways of working

• Support communication, training and onboarding activities to help colleagues adopt new digital tools and processes with confidence and enthusiasm.
• Act as a connector between teams by collecting feedback from users, sharing learnings openly and helping to build a convivial, collaborative culture around change.

Qualifications

Education: Recent graduate in Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems or a related field.

Experience: Previous internship, project work or extracurricular experience in FMCG, technology or a related field is a plus but not mandatory.

Capabilities:

• Analytical and structured thinker who can break down problems and follow through on tasks.
• Curious, proactive learner with a genuine interest in technology, data and digital transformation.
• Collaborative team player who communicates clearly and builds connections across functions.
• Comfortable working in an international, hybrid environment with good time and priority management.
• Confident in using Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and willing to develop skills in CRM and data tools, with strong written and spoken English.

What We Offer

• A 12‑month, hybrid Management Trainee role in Istanbul with the possibility of extension based on performance, giving you continuity to build your career within Pernod Ricard Türkiye.
• Real responsibility from day one on impactful sales technology and digital transformation projects, working closely with experienced teams in a dynamic, international FMCG environment.
• Structured learning and development within the Shake Your Future program, including ongoing feedback, mentoring and opportunities to broaden your skills across business, data and technology.

Joining and contributing to an Inclusive workplace

As Créateurs de Convivialité, we are committed to better reflect the richness of our society, the marketplace, and communities in which we operate. We believe that it is the best way to build effective teams, understand our consumers by market and sustainably grow our business.

Pernod Ricard is part of Forbes World's Best Employers and has been recognized by Equileap among the top 100 Employers for Gender Equality. As a skills-based organization, we ensure fair processes and equal opportunities for all candidates and team members by assessing your skills against role expectations.

We recognize that some of you might need extra support with your application, require accommodations or special arrangements for your interview, if this is the case, please contact us, we would be delighted to support you and welcome your application.

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About Us

Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and champagne industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long-term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive and responsible culture of authentic conviviality. Pernod Ricard’s consolidated sales amounted to € 10,959 million in fiscal year FY25.

Pernod Ricard is listed on Euronext (Ticker: RI; ISIN Code: FR0000120693) and is part of the CAC 40 index.