Trade Planning and Deduction Management Specialist

Job overview

The Trade Planning and Deduction Management Specialist role is hybrid in Schaumburg, IL, with two days per week in the office. The stated annual salary range is $53,000–$58,000. C.A. Carlin is a consumer packaged goods sales agency that supports brands through data-driven programs and client service. The specialist coordinates promotional plans and reviews customer deductions, serving as a liaison between the Sales Team and clients’ Trade Finance teams. Accurate, timely planning and process support help the company meet client requirements and keep trade programs running smoothly.

What you'll do

• Communicate with client contacts by phone and email
• enter and maintain promotional plans in trade management systems
• help develop procedures, processes, and timelines
• review customer deductions for accuracy and validity
• manage multiple clients and deadlines
• collaborate with Sales and internal partners
• support continuous process improvement.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

trade planning

deduction management

promotional plans

client coordination

data entry

microsoft excel

schaumburg il

hybrid

c.a. carlin

$53k–$58k/year

consumer packaged goods

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• PTO and sick days
• 11 paid company holidays
• one floating holiday
• two paid volunteer days
• up to three months fully paid parental leave
• medical, dental, and vision
• paid company life insurance
• 401(k) match
• summer half-day Fridays.

Why this role

Hybrid schedule with two office days weekly; 11 paid company holidays, a floating holiday, two paid volunteer days, up to three months of paid parental leave, summer half-day Fridays, and company life insurance.

About the employer

C.A. Carlin is hiring for this role. Industry: Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services. Sector: 54.