Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Marketing Manager - Food Retail - M.H. Alshaya Co

You will report to the Head of Marketing and be responsible for developing the annual marketing strategy to drive sales and brand awareness as well as managing the implementation of activities.

Skills and Experience:
    At least 5 years' food retail marketing related experience
    Retail knowledge - particularly within grocery / supermarkets or food retail
    Previous experience leading brand expansion into new categories based on consumer insights
    Development and refinement of brand positioning
    Experience in brand evolution and product innovation
    Execution of brand strategy coupled with strong implementation tactics
    Ability to build strong business relationship, Self-motivated, disciplined, fast learner, organized
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    Proactive and detail oriented, with strong analytical, organizational and communication skills and a keen sense of urgency
    Experience managing multiple priorities, while working under strict deadlines
    Demonstrated experience working with vendors and agencies
    Fluent in English, Arabic a plus

You will:
    Implement marketing and innovation initiatives with cross-functional teams
    Position brand for maximum competitive advantage
    Develop and refine marketing plans, product portfolios and media plans
    Implement marketing activities in partnership with internal teams & external partners to drive profitable sales
    Manage all aspects of seasonal campaigns for successful implementation. Includes, but not limited to, briefing creative agency, media and PR team, digital activity and events
    Assist category and procurement teams to conduct industry analyses and opportunity assessments
    Utilise market research tools to drive marketing effectiveness and identify opportunity areas
    Lead management and execution of annual brand activation programs
    Manage digital and social media activities with the goal of increased consumer acquisition and engagement
    Plan and manage annual budget

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