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SC Johnson | Category Marketing Manager

Job Summary

 Job Description

 
Key responsibilities will include: 
 
Strategic Management and Planning 
1. Build yearly plans based on regional guidelines and lead a team to develop annual plan for the sub-category. 
2. Develop and deliver financial and share growth targets for assigned area. 
3. Apply learning and best practices to business management. 
4. Drive a consistent portfolio across the region, harmonizing and rationalizing sub-category portfolio to optimize efficiencies. 
5. Assumes P & L responsibility, for assigned area and recommends business trade-off decisions in order to achieve targets: 
6. Key contributor to regional Sales & Operations Planning process as well as own the Marketing Activity Review process. 
7. Analyze and define opportunities, and recommends regional segment strategies in line with global and overall category strategies. 
8. Monitor competitive activity and in market pricing situation by identifying competitor assumptions and responses, recommending pricing adjustments and the optimization of consumer insight. 
9. Recommend optimal deployment of resources to achieve agreed targets. 
10. Align with Platform to lead the development and implementation of the communication strategy for sub-category, including advertising, packaging development, media strategy and planning. 
 
New Product Commercialization 
1. Lead a team to commercialize platform NPD within assigned category by developing and rolling-out plans across countries that maximize ROI for both category and company. 
2. Implement regional product launches leveraging regional launch bundle (advertising, media, promotion, and packaging). 
3. Partner with trade marketing team to develop and implement trade specific plans to achieve distribution, consumer trial, and MEA goals. 
 
Media 
1. Implement media strategy on regional priority products. 
2. Pre and post-evaluate media plans and make recommendations on placement (TV program, print title, trade ads, radio). Analyze media effect on sales uplift (IRI, EPOS). 
3. Investigate new local media formats/executions and media options in the retail environment. Define strategy and plan (Key issues/Simpler) for local projects. 
 
People Development 
 
Manage a team of diverse cultures and functions, ensuring personal growth and career 
development for team members.
 
Skills
 
• Fluency in English and Arabic is a MUST 
 
- Graduate with a degree in a field such as Marketing or Business Management with at least 7 years experience in MNC FMCG 
Preferably have developed and presented several category reviews to major retailers. 
Excellent drive for results - a sense of urgency to drive issues to closure 
Excellent interpersonal skills are required to effectively and persuasively communicate with others to champion ideas 
The jobholder must be able to prioritise, work decisively and have the ability to work with a sense of urgency to meet all deadlines 
The incumbent must possess good analytical skills and have the ability to relate and compare data from different sources as well as the identification of issues and the securing of relevant information 
The role demands an energetic person with excellent communication skills 
The person should be committed and ambitious and be able to demonstrate drive and initiative 
Shows adaptability and capacity in handling new responsibilities and extended roles
 

Company Name

SC Johnson

Experience Required (Years)

7-10

Position Type

Description

Latest On | Account Executive

Job Summary

The Role

Account Executive for a successful Digital Advertising Agency based in Dubai. 
 
Main responsibilities include:
 
1.In charge of handling all aspects of clients account; follow ups, agreements, in charge of conducting production/creative with the graphics team 
2. Campaign implementation and day to day operational tasks
3. The maintaining of your client database on a day to day basis
4. Working closely with government entities on campaigns/events/client accounts
5. Reaching monthly targets
Requirements
Attention to detail, Analytical skills, creative, time and project management, reaching monthly targets, excellent communication skills, fluent in both Arabic and English.
 
GCC nationals preferred as the job does include a lot of interaction with our partners in the Government.
 
Key communication skills are required.
About the Company
Latest On is the advertising tonic that your brand has been waiting for. Targeted and efficient, we provide our clients with a comprehensive advertising service where they can reach their desired targets for any brand, product, or solutions. If your brand or service needs to reach out to more people to create awareness and trial, then why don't you give Latest On a try?
 
Our ever expanding network of digital media screens already reaches more than half of the UAE population in the right way, the right time, and when they are at their most receptive to accept your message.
 
So, if it's consumers you want, then Latest On is what you need.
 

Company Name

Latest On

Experience Required (Years)

Position Type

Description

Mackenzie Jones | Digital Marketing Manager

Job Summary

The Role

Overview
 
My client is in the Online Industry and looking for a Digital Marketing Manager to join their team and rebuild their online marketing department. The office is based in Abu Dhabi. 
 
The Role
 
The Digital Marketing Manager will report directly into the CEO. They will be responsible for taking the digital offerings, ie website, social media, and portal management to the next level. Their key responsibility is to drive more traffic to the website and measure the results, reporting them back to the team. They will develop online, e-commerce, and social media strategy while integrating SEO tactics. They must be up to date on all technologies and implementation and have the ability and know how to drive Media Strategy. The Digital Marketing Manager has the opportunity and autonomy to build this sector of the business and immediately add value to the company.
Requirements
The Person
 
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
• 4-5 years’ experience in digital marketing and 2 years’ experience in Social Media and Community Management
• Experienced in E-Commerce and Digital Marketing including SEO, Google Analytics, ROI, Media Strategy
• Sound writing and communication skills
• Basic understanding of Online Gaming would be Ideal
• Arabic Speakers will be given preference
About the Company
Mackenzie Jones Middle East has decades of HR, Marketing & Sales, Finance & Legal, Agency & Creative, Secretarial and Business Support recruitment expertise. Along with a deep understanding of key market sectors and regions, we never forget to treat clients, companies and candidates as individuals who have unique needs.
 
So we always listen, constantly learn, occasionally challenge and frequently advise. It’s all part of a service renowned for its courtesy, consideration and dedication. Our Dubai office covers the GCC and Levant and with over five years regional expertise we are the leading specialists.
 
We’re growing rapidly because people appreciate our honesty, commitment and results.
 
Specialties: Recruiting for – Agency and Creative, Marketing and Sales, HR, Finance and Legal, Secretarial and Business Support.
 

Company Name

Mackenzie Jones

Experience Required (Years)

4-5

Position Type

Description

Kershaw Leonard | Director – Marketing, Sponsorships, Communication

Job Summary

The Role

Director – Marketing, Sponsorships, Communication 
Doha, Qatar
Salary based on experience
 
Our client is a local organization dedicated to film, culture, community, entertainment and education providing a dynamic environment with a focus on nurturing regional storytellers while having a global outlook. They are currently seeking a Director wearing multiple hats in Marketing, Sponsorships and communication who will report directly to the CEO.
The Incumbent will develop and direct the organizations’ marketing and sponsorship strategy ensuring it`s alignment with the institute`s overall strategic objectives. The director will work closely with the directors of the other divisions in order to manage and deliver promotions, marketing and sponsorship efforts and ensure efficiency and integration.
 
Role: Marketing / Sponsorships
 
Formulate the strategy, annual business plans, budgets, policies and procedures.
 
Set performance objectives
 
Ensure processes are operating efficiently in order to achieve high standards.
 
Provide leadership, management and vision necessary to grow the brand and the financial status.
 
Establish effective business relations with key industry influencers, sponsors, community partners and regulatory authorities.
 
Develop and maintain relations with external vendors / agencies, project partners and key clients.
 
Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct, ethics and integrity in the provision of services.
 
Fulfill and manage sponsorship and partnership deals
 
Track sponsor coverage in the press and other media distribution channels
 
Maintain relationships with educational institutions.
 
Role : Communications
 
Manage the internal and external communication process and ensure the provision of professional communication services to improve the institute’s liaison and brand image in the local, regional and international markets and with the various stake holders.
 
Develop innovative and effective methods of communication to ensure that all communication
 
Is in line with the company’s strategy and branding requirements.
 
Formulate the company`s strategy, annual business plans, budgets, policies and procedures.
 
Set performance objectives for the communications division.
 
Develop effective strategic relationships with local / regional press and journalist contracts and maintain these relationships to strengthen the organizations
 
Coordinate with media and event management agencies
 
Manage and oversee effective press liaison including response to journalist queries
Requirements
Requirements:
 
University degree specializing in Marketing and Business administration.
 
Professional certification in PMP is preferable.
 
6 - 7 years related experience of which a minimum of 2 - 3 years in a similar position / responsibility in a similar industry.
 
You should be a leader with ability to integrate all of the above job role and more by effectively connecting people internally and externally.
About the Company
Kershaw Leonard is committed to finding ‘First Class’ people for its ‘World Class’ Clients. Since our inauguration in September 1999, We have become well-respected specialists for all aspects of Human Resource Consultancy and Recruitment, and bring a standard of professional conduct (through the Recruitment Employment Confederation UK) to the industry here in the Middle East. Our qualified Consultants deliver a unique quality of service that is designed to meet the individual needs of both Candidates and Clients.
 
Our specialist recruitment divisions cover permanent, temporary and contract staff, and Executive Search, in the following sectors: 
 
Senior Executives and Directors; Design; Engineering and Construction; Finance and Banking; Human Resources and Training; IT and Telecoms; Legal; Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Media; Office Management; Retail; Sales and Marketing and Secretarial and Business Support.

Company Name

Kershaw Leonard

Experience Required (Years)

6-7

Position Type

Description

Manpower Professional | Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Job Summary

The Role

Our client, a high-end retail company, is currently seeking to recruit Marketing & Communications Coordinator .

You will be directly reporting to the Marketing Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategy Formulation:

• Assist in the development of the Communication Strategy, to ensure a single channel of communication with the external world and a common platform for delivering and enhancing the quality of communication internally and establishing a consistent corporate identity in line with the Company strategy and business objectives. • Work with Marketing Manager to translate company’s corporate strategy into explicit segment communication strategies

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Assist in Overseeing and approving the budget related to Communication, ensuring that adequate provision is made for all activities, monitor and control expenditure against approved budget and reconcile budget variances to ensure on-target performance against budgets.

Policies & Procedures: • Lead the development and implementation of all Communication Policies, Channels, Processes and Procedures to deliver and enhance the quality of communication internally and establish a consistent corporate identity in line with corporate objectives and strategy. • Oversee the Implementation of the corporate strategy and policies related to Communication.

Business Plans:

Medium Term Plans

• Assist in directing the development of the long and medium term plans for Communication programs, channels of communications and events to establish internal quality standards and ensure alignment with marketing strategic and brand objectives.

Operational Plans

• Direct the development of annual operational plans to accomplish the delivery of the long and medium term plans. • Ensure the implementation of the annual operating plans within the company to ensure Communication objectives are achieved or exceeded in line with the Company business objectives.

Communication Initiatives:

• Lead and manage the Communication function while ensuring the planning and allocation of all resources and implementation of appropriate standards and controls are in place in order to establish the necessary Initiatives in line with the corporate objectives.

Marketing Communications:

• Drive Marketing communications by developing a ‘go to market’ strategies and customer interaction models in line with the corporate communication strategy and objectives. • Evaluate and shortlist Marketing suppliers – Media, Design and production- in order to ensure the optimum quality in line with corporate set standards. • Approve Marketing material developed in projects and oversee the creation of all printed materials in order to ensure alignment with corporate set standards. • Contribute towards the design and management of media strategy – Local, Regional and International- in order to ensure alignment with the corporate communication strategy.

Corporate events:

• Oversee the planning and implementation of the corporate events and approve all events organized by projects/subsidiaries in line with corporate communications policies and procedures. • Coordinate and provide logistic support (i.e: hotel bookings, travel, transportation, etc…) and other related requirements associated with the necessary events in order to ensure a smooth functioning of the same. • Coordinate event set-up and take-down, storage and updating of event materials between uses in line with the department’s standard operating procedures. • Assist in preparing a variety of publications, materials and programs for events in conjunction with the Public Relations department. • Assist in generating mailing lists and invitations to the appropriate event guests and invitees in conjunction with the PR department. • Coordinate payment request between the Finance and necessary suppliers in order to ensure timely submission of the same. • Collect - from local and regional newspapers - all the news related to the company in order to ensure management awareness on all the stated news. • Update and maintain the suppliers’ database in order to ensure lean retrieval process. • Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of section systems, processes and practices taking into account ‘international best practice’, improvement of business processes, cost reduction and productivity improvement.

Corporate Communication (Internal & external):

• Drive company ’s corporate communication –Internal and external-in order to ensure alignment of the same with the communication strategy and overall company’s strategy and objectives. • Ensure that the Sales team as well as the rest of the team within the organization is informed and briefed on all events and activities of the Marketing team in a timely manner.

Requirements

Minimum Experience: 4 to 6 years of experience in Communication within a Luxury; fast paced similar industry or an Integrated Communication Agency

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Job-Specific Skills:

• Excellent command over English and Arabic Languages

• Internal and external customer service orientation

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of PR and corporate communications

• Solid regional network with communication suppliers

• Extensive technical information about communications activities and pricing methodologies

• Ability to manage diversity Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Communication or related subject

• Master Degree in Communication is a plus

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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Company Name

Manpower Professional

Experience Required (Years)

4-6

Position Type

Description

BAC Middle East | Marketing Manager

Job Summary

The Role

Dhs 16,000 TOTAL SALARY

On behalf of our client, an international Conference and Exhibition Company based in Dubai, we are looking to recruit a Marketing Manager for the Exhibition division. Reporting to the Marketing Director, you will be responsible for the creation and implementation of an integrated marketing strategy for the entire exhibition including exhibitor, conference and visitor campagn, set out and monitor entire budget, drop schedule and media plan. You will use the full marketing mix to promote the exhibition and conferences in accordance with the marketing strategy from exhibitor promotion through to visitor promotion and co-ordinate the design of all marketing collateral, including sales brochures, conference brochures, visitor tickets, print advertisements and web banners/emails.

Requirements

The sucessful candidate must be degree educated in Marketing and a member of the CIM. You must have at least 5 years marketing experience within the Exhibition industry. Proficiency in the use of MS Office including advances Word and Excel essential and a thorough understanding of direct marketing initiatives including mail and email marketing in addition to a high level of copywriting experience.

About the Company

BAC Middle East - the longest established professional recruitment consultancy in the UAE. Established in 1979, we have been at the forefront of the region's recruitment industry for 30 years and were the first firm of our type in the world to achieve ISO9001 certification: a reflection of our constant emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction. With our well-developed infrastructure and staff strength, we are able to assist you with recruitment needs ranging from junior professionals through to middle and senior management, whatever your industry sector. BAC's proven regional experience and resources can help ensure that you recruit the best available candidates and enjoy the many advantages of a managed recruitment process.

 

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Company Name

BAC Middle East

Experience Required (Years)

5

Position Type

Description

Kobaltt | Product and Brand Manager

Job Summary

The Role

A leading Pharmaceutical Company are looking for a Product and Brand Manager to launch their Derma Cosmetic line. As a Product and Brand Manager, you will be responsible for the outbound marketing activities for your products. You will craft the communication and positioning for those key products and conceive and develop innovative marketing programs that drive demand.

Key Responsibilities: - Develop product positioning and messaging that differentiates your products in the market - Sales enablement - communicate the value proposition of the products to the sales team and develop the sales tools that support the selling process of your products - Product launch - plan the launch of new products and releases and manage the cross-functional implementation of the plan - Market intelligence - be the expert on your buyers, how they buy and their buying criteria - Be the expert on your competition - Demand generation - develop the strategy and manage the marketing programs that drive demand for your products again within the medical devices market

Requirements

Desired skills and experience - 3 - 5 years of software product marketing experience with at least 2 years’ experience in pharmaceuticals - Medical background - Bachelor’s in marketing desirable - Very strong written communication skills - Excellent people and management skills to interact with staff, colleagues and cross-functional teams, and third parties

About the Company

Kobaltt MENA are leaders in recruitment across Technical, Construction, Property, Supply Chain & Logistics, Facilities Management, Sales & Marketing and Accounting & Finance Markets. We enjoy long established client relationships with an in-depth knowledge of the MENA and International Market, offering candidates reputable career prospects. With established Middle East regional offices located in Abu Dhabi, Doha and Dubai, Kobaltt is providing a specialist range of permanent and contract recruitment services to the construction, property and engineering, Supply Chain & Logistics, Oil & Gas, accountancy and finance sectors. Our team has over 25 years accumulative years of experience being based in the GCC with established client networks and candidate profiles.

Company Name

Kobaltt

Experience Required (Years)

3-5

Position Type

Description

New Sourcing International (NSI) | Marketing and Events Manager

Job Summary

The Role

Reporting to the CEO of the company, the role involves developing, marketing, fundraising and successful running of arts and culture initiatives for Crescent Enterprises and its subsidiaries.
 
Principal Responsibilities
Build, develop, and grow business relationships vital to the success of the initiatives.
Direct and manage project development from beginning to end. 
Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. 
Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents (progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations).
Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion. 
Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis. 
Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other 
stakeholders. 
Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team. 
Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path. 
Plan, schedule and track project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. 
Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans. 
Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree.
10+ years’ experience in project management, business development, event management, media or related field
Bilingual, fluent in Arabic and English
Expertise in handling arts and culture projects at an international level.
Ability to perform within an integrated team environment.
Able to excel in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
A positive team approach to working with industry and government partners.
About the Company
New Sourcing International (NSI) is a leading international group specializing in talent acquisition services around the globe. Since our introduction in 1999 we have grown extensively and now have thriving operations globally enjoying success through a network of cities worldwide with clients ranging from SME's to large corporate companies.
 
Our local offices boast a wealth of regional expertise with consultants whom understand the complexities and cultural sensitivities of each region. We have created a new concept of providing niche specialist recruitment solutions tailored to the needs of specific markets, regions and industries.
 
NSI is managed by leading industry professionals with diverse domain and location exposure in across various continents. We have a wide selection of databases and tools at our disposal that enable us to gain access to passive as well as active candidates.
 
We have a growing business presence in countries including Australia, North America, Africa, UK and the UAE. NSI has been providing talent management and recruitment services to a variety of industries for over 11 years. Our portfolio contains a range of offerings starting from recruitment, executive search, head hunting, outsourcing, contract staffing, and project recruitment.
 

Company Name

New Sourcing International (NSI)

Experience Required (Years)

10

Position Type

Description

TAAHEED | Regional Marketing Director

Job Summary

The Role

TAAHEED are assisting a leading Dubai based lifestyle organisation in their search for a Regional Marketing Director. 

The role will require you to build and develop your own marketing team, as well as possess strong CRM, PR and Social Media marketing skills. 

 

The successful candidate will be a hands on, energetic manager, with a strong and assertive personality. You will have a good working knowledge of the region and have around 10 years marketing experience with at least 4 years in a senior marketing position.

Requirements

Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in Marketing is preferred.

Strong leadership skills

10 years Marketing experience

Good knowledge of CRM

Ability to recruit, grow and develop a team

 

Salary: 50,000

About the Company

TAAHEED deliver pioneering recruitment solutions and consultancy services to MENA organizations that believe human capital is the major driver in building a ‘best-in-class’ team or company.

 

TAAHEED offer full contingent, project & managed service solutions across key practices:

 

- Banking & Financial Services

- Insurance

- IT & Telecommunications

- Engineering & Industry

- Shared Services (HR/Legal/Accountancy/Prof Support)

- Media & Advertising

- Marketing, PR & Communications

- Public Sector

 

TAAHEED also are the regions number one contributor to the Emiratization project.

 

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Company Name

TAAHEED

Experience Required (Years)

10

Position Type

Description

Mackenzie Jones | PR Account Director

Job Summary

The Role

Overview
This multinational PR Agency is looking to add to their growing Abu Dhabi team as an Account Director looking after one of their key clients.
 
The Role
The Account Director will report into the Managing Director and liaising directly with the client consulting on their full range of PR and communication needs. They will be responsible and take the lead on creating any content, copy, or press releases necessary. The AD will lead and manage client accounts, offer strategic consultancy and deliver successful PR & Comms campaigns to pertinent stakeholders. They will have experience in the government and utilities sectors, ideally an ex-journalist that has put in some time with PR agencies.
Requirements
The Person 
The ideal candidate will have the following:
7 plus years’ experience in a PR Agency
Experience in the Government or Utility Sector
Native English Speaker
Excellent writing and communication skills
About the Company
Mackenzie Jones Middle East has decades of HR, Marketing & Sales, Finance & Legal, Agency & Creative, Secretarial and Business Support recruitment expertise. Along with a deep understanding of key market sectors and regions, we never forget to treat clients, companies and candidates as individuals who have unique needs.
 
So we always listen, constantly learn, occasionally challenge and frequently advise. It’s all part of a service renowned for its courtesy, consideration and dedication. Our Dubai office covers the GCC and Levant and with over five years regional expertise we are the leading specialists.
 
We’re growing rapidly because people appreciate our honesty, commitment and results.
 
Specialties: Recruiting for – Agency and Creative, Marketing and Sales, HR, Finance and Legal, Secretarial and Business Support.
 
 

Company Name

Mackenzie Jones

Experience Required (Years)

7

Position Type

Description

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