INDUSTRY SECTORS
Fast- Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG
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ast-moving consumer goods, or FMCG, is a sector that encompasses products with a quick shelf turnover, such as toiletries, cosmetics, processed food, detergents and plastic goods. Many graduates are attracted to careers in this sector because there’s constant growth in the consumer market, and therefore plenty of room for progression. FMCG companies require graduates from many disciplines due to the wide selection of roles available within the industry.
You’ll need… • Good interpersonal skills • Communication skills • Commercial awareness • To be a team player • Problem-solving skills
Types of employers Large companies that manufacture FMCG products, such as: • Detergent manufacturers • Cosmetic companies • Pharmaceutical companies • Food and drinks companies
Types of jobs • Food technology (developing and improving existing food products) • Sales • Supply chain management • Marketing
Job-hunting tips • Once graduates have identified the companies that they plan to apply with, they should conduct research on their individual brands • Pay special attention to advertising campaigns, and make sure a good understanding of all the company’s products are in mind before turning in the application forms
Did you know? In the new normal, FMCG trends in Asia include increased price sensitivity, higher digital engagement and a redefinition of brand purpose in companies.
Work experience Some companies offer three-month summer internships, while others offer year-long placements. Check out individual company websites to see what’s on offer.
Deadlines Like most other companies, FMCG employers launch recruitment drives around the months of August and September. However, many companies also accept applications year-round.
Most popular employers 1. Unilever 2. Nestlé 3. Procter & Gamble 4. Johnson & Johnson 5. L’Oréal 6. POKKA Corporation (Singapore) Pte Ltd 7. Dyson 8. Asia Pacific Breweries 9. LVMH 10. BRAND’S Source: Singapore Graduate Barometer 2021 edition
• Research and development • Human resources
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