Business Analyst - Trade Programs & Distribution Systems

About Us

At Thoucentric, we offer end-to-end consulting solutions designed to address the most pressing business challenges across industries. Leveraging deep domain expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a results-driven approach, we help organizations streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and accelerate growth. We are headquartered in Bangalore with presence across multiple locations in India, US, UK, Singapore & Australia Globally.

We help clients with Business Consulting, Program & Project Management, Digital Transformation, Product Management, Process & Technology Solutioning and Execution including Analytics & Emerging Tech areas cutting across functional areas such as Supply Chain, Finance & HR, Sales & Distribution across US, UK, Singapore and Australia. Our unique consulting framework allows us to focus on execution rather than pure advisory. We are working closely with marquee names in the global consumer & packaged goods (CPG) industry, new age tech and start-up ecosystem.

We have been certified as Great Place to Work by AIM and have been ranked as 50 Best Firms for Data Scientists to Work For.

We have an experienced consulting team of over 500+ world-class business and technology consultants based across six global locations, supporting clients through their expert insights, entrepreneurial approach and focus on delivery excellence. We have also built point solutions and products through Thoucentric labs using AI/ML in the supply chain space.

About Thoucentric

• Thoucentric is a boutique management consulting firm driving digital and operational transformation for global clients across FMCG, Retail, Pharma, and Manufacturing industries. We combine strategic thinking, deep domain knowledge, and execution excellence to solve business-critical problems.

• We are looking for a high-performing professional with a solid background in FMCG trade processes to lead and optimize distributor scheme management and trade program execution. This role requires a deep understanding of Distributor Management Systems (DMS), Sales Force Automation (SFA) tools, and experience working with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and distributor engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end execution of distributor schemes and trade promotion programs.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, and IT teams to automate and streamline payout processes.
• Analyze distributor-level payout data to ensure accuracy, reduce disputes, and optimize financial outcomes.
• Monitor performance of trade programs and suggest improvements based on ROI analysis and market feedback.
• Drive process governance and ensure compliance with payout and claim protocols.
• Support implementation and enhancement of DMS/SFA tools with focus on trade scheme functionalities.
• Serve as a bridge between business and technology for payout automation and distributor onboarding initiatives.
• Contribute to building intellectual capital around best practices in trade program governance and execution.

• 3–5 years of experience in FMCG or related industry, with project or product management exposure.
• Strong understanding of trade schemes, distributor incentives, and sales structures.
• Proven experience with DMS and SFA platforms, with a focus on scheme configuration and reporting.
• Strong analytical ability and comfort working with data to derive insights and drive business decisions.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Exposure to scheme payout automation or finance system integration is a strong plus
  Benefits
• Benefits
• What a Consultant role at Thoucentric will offer you

• Opportunity to define your career path and not as enforced by a manager
• A great consulting environment with a chance to work with Fortune 500 companies and startups alike.
• A dynamic but relaxed and supportive working environment that encourages personal development.
• Be part of One Extended Family. We bond beyond work - sports, get-togethers, common interests etc.
• Work in a very enriching environment with Open Culture, Flat Organization and Excellent Peer Group.
• Be part of the exciting Growth Story of Thoucentric!