Marks & Spencer, part of Al-Futtaim Retail division is a world class market leader in high street fashion. Our stores are located through out the Gulf.
The first Marks & Spencer store in the Middle East was opened in Dubai in 1998. Other stores followed shortly in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman.
2009 will see Marks & Spencer expand further with the opening of new stores in Al Ain, Dubai Mall, Kuwait and Qatar. All stores are large format and carry a wide range of product including Ladieswear, Menswear, Kidswear, Lingerie, Beauty, Home and Food.In this role you will be responsible for:
Consistent marketing and promoting the M&S brand, cost-effectively and professionally to the GCC, through media advertising, PR, special events and promotions
Annual budget planning in coordination with Marketing Manager
Negotiating the best rates and placement of advertisements
Liaising with the merchandising team to select the appropriate product message to ensure that new season product, value and style messages are communicated to the M&S consumer across the GCC
Establishing strong relationships with the M&S UK marketing team
Ensuring that marketing is conducted in both English and Arabic languages
Building good relationships with various medias across all markets, mall management
Sending product to be featured and assisting in photo shoots as required
Representing the brand in various non-work situations and be a spokesperson, maintaining the public brand image
Designing and sending out e-mail blasts, SMS text messages and all other forms of electronic media to market the brand electronically.
Requirements
To be successful in winning this role, you will be able to demonstrate:
Strong communication skills, both written and spoken – English and Arabic
Negotiation skills
Decision making ability
Knowledge of MS Office with strong skills in Powerpoint
Assertiveness and creativity
Flexibility
You have to be graduated in marketing discipline and have at least 2 years of experience in a marketing role within an international environment.
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