The Role
Our client, a reputable retail company is currently seeking to recruit Marketing Manager. You will be directly reporting to the General Manager
Duties and Responsibilities
• Set up the Marketing department
• Develop, amend and recommend appropriate marketing and communication policies and procedures and to prepare annual /periodical marketing reports for the management with appropriate recommendations
• Ensure the effective achievement of marketing functional objectives through the leadership of the entire function – setting individual objectives, managing performance, developing and motivating staff, provision of formal and informal feedback and appraisal – in order to ensure that the highest level of performance is achieved.
• Direct, plan and monitor advertising strategies for the organization, guide in-house advertising function / outsource agency in advertising including print and outdoor advertising.
• Direct effective execution of advertising plans developed by the principals for various brands. Ensure that the plans are met and executed as per the guidelines set by the principals
• Maintain constant communication with other departments and brand managers to ensure alignment and agreements to plans and execution.
• Support General Manager and Top Management in defining the optimum organisation structure for the Marketing function so that resources are optimally utilised and communication can take place in an efficient manner.
• Lead the preparation of marketing and advertisement budget in consultation with CEO and General Manager for the group (Excluding Brands / Principals) and continuously monitor its performance against target.
• Lead the preparation of the marketing functional budgets in consultation with CEO and General Manager, and monitor financial performance versus the budget so that the business is aware of anticipated costs/revenues, areas of unsatisfactory performance are identified and potential performance improvement opportunities are capitalised upon. (In the process of setting up)
• Direct and manage effective public relations activities for the organisation, ensuring development and maintenance of communication channels with key stakeholders including employees, Principals, media and government bodies etc. various brands and manage the advertisement
RequirementsRequired Experience • Should have at least 7+ years of experience in managing the marketing function of an organization with extensive Marketing and branding programs. • Should be from the luxury retail industry; strong preference for candidates from luxury watch industry • Should have at least 5+ years’ experience in the UAE market Preferred Language Skills Should have excellent command over written and spoken English; Knowledge of Arabic, French, Italian and other international languages will be a strong advantage. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Minimum Qualifications: • Graduate with a Master’s degree in business management (specialisation in Marketing would be preferred) Job-Specific Skills: • Good Communication skills in English, General Management / Managerial skills, Creativity, Time Management, Project Management, Ability to multi- tasking |
About the Company
Manpower Professional, a division of Manpower Inc., offers comprehensive, expert recruitment services backed by award winning training, assessment and selection and outsourcing. Our extensive resources, world-class client list, and reputation attract a diverse group of talented candidates, with every level of education, skills and experience. Manpower Professional helps find and retain top people in IT, accounting, banking, finance, engineering, Sales and marketing.
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