Head of Marketing

Job description / Role

A newly created role with a distributor and Retailer with 300+ stores and has the largest market share in the region are looking for a Marketing head to continue in it's growth, based in Dubai

Reporting to the COO, you will be leading a large marketing team, but you will be more of a strategic thinker than a hands on operator.

The primary focus for this role is setting the strategy and plans, create social and digital media campaigns, CRM management, corporate creative’s and PR through strong relations with agencies and finally research and brand management.

The secondary part of this role is on a more tactical level for suppliers and channels, managing a team of capable managers in the region with a very clear marketing plan but continuing the empowerment within your team. Finally the person will need to lead/manage the dept and wear several hats across the industry.

Requirements

- Degree educated in marketing, MBA an advantage
- Minimum of 10 years experience in marketing a variety of products
- Retail experience would be an advantage
- Good experience and track record in digital media and social media platforms
- Consumer experience is a preference, but open to B2B and B2C
- Strong man-management
- Clear communicator
- Good general commercial management

About the Company

Mackenzie Jones Middle East has decades of recruitment expertise in various industry sectors. 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. Its all part of a service renowned for its courtesy, consideration and dedication. Based in Dubai since 2006, our office covers the GCC and Levant countries and with the right regional expertise, we are the leading specialists.

Were growing rapidly because people appreciate our honesty, commitment and results.