Marketing Assistant – Al Futtaim Logistics

Al Futtaim Group
Dubai, UAE

Ref: HP698-4699
Al Futtaim Group

The Role


The Role


Al-Futtaim Motors occupies the pre-eminent position of the largest distributor of automotive products in the Emirates, and leads the rapid development of automobile business in the UAE, while continuing to contribute to Toyota's worldwide growth.

Today, Al-Futtaim Motors is synonymous with Toyota and Lexus, which enjoy undisputed leadership in the UAE in terms of the largest number of vehicles on the road. Besides Toyota, we also hold exclusive franchises for some of the world's top automobiles and automotive products like Hino - Japan's leading heavy-duty vehicle manufacturer, Toyo & Chen shin/ Maxxis tyres, GS & Panasonic batteries and many more.

Based in Dubai, the main functions of the Marketing Assistant include:

* Preparation of memos/letters, obtain necessary approvals and send to the concerned departments, and maintaining files.
* Receiving and dispatching of mails from Head Office and branches. Receive petty cash vouchers and other documents and obtain approvals from the manager on daily basis.
* Receiving sales promotional items from Principals or local vendors, allocate, distribute to branches and maintain reserve stock.
* Preparing and obtaining approval of attendance variation report, payroll reimbursement claims, trip allowance statements etc,
* Arranging telephone and fax bill payments, and dealer rebate payments etc.
* Purchasing and maintaining office stationary and other office supplies, arrange staff uniforms etc.,
* Coordinating with the training center for staff training requirements and registrations.
* Assisting in day to day admin and marketing functions.

Requirements


Requirements


The ideal candidate will have the following:

* Minimum 2-3 years experience in admin or marketing
* University Graduate
* Excellent communication skills
* Proactive, hardworking, motivated approach
* Fluency in English communication skills
* Good team player, experienced in a professional, high pressure, working environment

About the Company


About the Company


Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Group’s continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Group’s belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.
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