Opella is the self-care challenger with the purest and third-largest portfolio in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market globally.
Our mission is to bring health in people's hands by making self-care as simple as it should be. For half a billion consumers worldwide – and counting.
At the core of this mission is our 100 loved brands, our 11,000-strong global team, our 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of many of the world's most loved brands, including Allegra, Buscopan, Doliprane, Dulcolax, Enterogermina, Essentiale and Mucosolvan.
B Corp certified in multiple markets, we are active players in the journey towards healthier people and planet. Find out more about our mission at
About The Job
* The role of DulcoLax Marketing Trainee for the Constipation category is suited to consumer-oriented, performance driven, communicative & analytical candidates who are passionate about consumer healthcare and want to be a contributor to drive short and mid-term executional excellence to make Sanofi become the best Fast Moving Consumer Healthcare company in & for the world. This position will work in a very dynamic & international team: hand to hand with the Brand Manager & in close collaboration with the Zone team of the Western Europe & colleagues from the local key functions: Sales, Shopper, Performance, Innovation, Medical, Regulatory & Supply. The role of DulcoLax Marketing Trainee will work in the CHC Western Europe area. This role is a fixed term contract for one year, with possible extension.
Main Responsibilities
* Support developing & implementing consumer campaigns:
* Support in the development of creativities (TV, Digital etc.) & promotional materials (Project management: retro timing, briefing, rounds of feedback).
* Supervision (download, changes, approval) of promotional materials in local and Health Authorities systems.
* Tracking & Analysis of sales:
* Tracking & Analysis of the market & competition.
* Tracking & Analysis of the media plans.
* Tracking and analysis of promotional actions.
* Participation in sales meetings:
* Define key messages, create presentations, and be able to present during the meeting.
* Build Transversal and External Relationships:
* Build working relationships with key local stakeholders and agencies developing a strong knowledge of market and business needs and ensuring clarity in communication.
* Financial and Operational Support:
* Assist in the creation and follow-up of Purchase Orders (POs) in the system, ensuring timely approvals and accurate tracking.
* Support A&P (Advertising & Promotion) budget management: monitor spend vs. plan, update trackers, and ensure compliance with internal processes.
About You
* Experience: First experience in FMCG / OTC company is highly valued.
* Skills: Proactivity and excellence in the work delivered. Result orientation and problem solving. Analytical thinking. Project management (be able to organize & follow up projects). Ability to adapt quickly to changing strategies and priorities. Strong communication skills. Good level of MS Office applications (Excel, PPT essential).
* Education: Business School or Bachelor. MBA is a plus (ideally with focus on marketing).
* Languages: Fluent in English & German.
Why us?
At Opella, you will enjoy doing challenging, purposeful work, empowered to develop consumer brands with passion and creativity. This is your chance to grow new skills and be part of a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture where people can thrive and be at their best every day.
We Are Challengers.
We Are Dedicated To Making Self-care As Simple As It Should Be. That Starts With Our Culture. We Are Challengers By Nature, And This Is How We Do Things
All In Together:
We keep each other honest and have each other's backs.
Courageous: We break boundaries and take thoughtful risks with creativity.
Outcome-Obsessed:
We are personally accountable, driving sustainable impact and results with integrity.
Radically Simple:
We strive to make things simple for us and simple for consumers, as it should be.
Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.
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