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Ref: HP662-575
Job description / Role
An established retail group based in Dubai is seeking a Marketing Manager to lead all aspects of marketing for the F&B Division including advertising, social media, public relations, event management, community engagement, media relations, partner engagement, media buying and marketing research for the business. This position will work closely with F&B division head.
Main Responsibilities
Marketing for business divisions
* Devise the marketing strategy for F&B and plan and manage the marketing budget.
* Lead the preparation of marketing calendar (advertising, promotions, events, PR campaigns etc.) and ensure that it is strictly followed.
* Ensure that all the branding requirements for all businesses are fulfilled.
* Ensure that the content of the websites and social media sites is up to date and accurate.
* Lead media communications (e.g., liaise with local media agencies to develop local communication in line with brand objectives and specifications, buy TV/press space, manage media agency contracts etc.).
* Ensure accurate assessment of the impact of marketing activity on the business performance and continuously improve internal marketing processes.
* Conduct market research to understand how the F&B brands are currently perceived and tailor marketing activities accordingly.
* Rigorously monitor the market and competition to understand threats and opportunities and modify marketing plan accordingly.
Skill set
* Strong written and communication skills.
* Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
* Creative and innovative.
Experience
* 8+ years of marketing experience, with 2+ years of marketing experience in managerial role in F&B industry.
* Broad marketing experience in F&B.
* Experience in UAE preferred.
Education
* University degree, preferably with focus in Business Administration/Marketing.
SR Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Requirements
Skill set
* Strong written and communication skills.
* Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
* Creative and innovative.
Experience
* 8+ years of marketing experience, with 2+ years of marketing experience in managerial role in F&B industry.
* Broad marketing experience in F&B.
* Experience in UAE preferred.
Education
* University degree, preferably with focus in Business Administration/Marketing.
About the Company
Carter Murray is a specialist recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of marketing professionals into professional services firms, the financial services sector, multi-national corporations and global brands from our offices in London, Dubai and Sydney. Carter Murray is a member of The SR Group, a specialist global recruitment consultancy founded in 1987, operating in the niche markets of Taxation, Legal, HR and Marketing recruitment. From the worlds largest companies to small owner-managed businesses, we recruit at all levels for a complete cross-section of clients. Our clients include the full range of UK and international professional services firms and financial services companies. We recognise that they expect an exceptional level of service and a real knowledge of todays highly specialised market.Each of our consultants personally manages their own clients and specialises in specific areas of this key marketplace. We take the time to really understand both parties needs and provide focused and consistent advice.