Senior Trade Marketing Manager

Chalhoub Group

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Ref: GP285-3566

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Who we are

We are a leading partner for luxury across the Middle East. With more than 600 stores, 300 brands and over 65 years of experience in the region, we have become a major player in the beauty, fashion and gift sectors, by offering service excellence to our partners and delighting all our customers. We are moving fast from a traditional distributor and retailer for luxury in the Middle East, to a hybrid retailer bringing luxury experiences to the fingertips of customers everywhere.

To fuel the next stage of our growth we are looking to build a world class team. From physical retail through to supply chain and customer loyalty, we aim to use technology and data to continuously improve every aspect of our operations. We are looking for top talent to join us on this journey of exploring new horizons together.

What you'll be doing

At Chalhoub, we share incredible experiences together. Working as a Trade Marketing Manager you will be responsible for setting the yearly marketing calendar in coordination with the Brand Owners. You will also act as a liaison with customers, retailers and malls and be responsible for leading and developing the team to ensure excellence of marketing performance

- You will set out the marketing theme of the year after liaising with the Brand.
- Design the marketing calendar in coordination with trade marketing team and VM
- Use marketing KPIS to set realistic but stretching targets for the team, brand and activities and suggest optimization on actions and tools
- Allocate budgets per activation and empower Trade Marketers to own their budget
- Strengthen the relationship with Retailers to ensure smooth running of operations
- Forecast SKUs for new launches for the retailers
- Analyze profitability of the store/brands & monitor market share
- Conduct monthly reports on customer & sales analysis, shopper insights, traffic in store and store KPIs

Requirements

What we are looking for

- At least 10 years of experience handling a similar role within the region. Must have previous experience working within the KSA market.
- Bachelor degree in marketing, Master's is a plus.
- A strong communicator, analytical thinker and inclusive leader.
- A Strong creative solutions-driven and combined with strong analytical skills.
- Ability to demonstrate servant leadership and Customer Centricity
- Ability to work in matrix environments and adept at influencing and coordinating with different stakeholders.

What we can offer you

With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.

We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.

About the Company

The Chalhoub Group is the leading partner for luxury across the Middle East since 1955. As an expert in retail, distribution and marketing services based in Dubai, the group has become a major player in the fashion, beauty and gift sectors regionally.

By blending its Middle East expertise and intimate knowledge of luxury, Chalhoub Group is building brands in the region, by offering service excellence to all its partners and a unique experience to its customers through its passionate teams.

With a growing workforce of more than 9,000 people, implemented in 14 countries, as well as the operating of over 470 retail outlets, the group's success is attributed to its most valued asset of highly skilled and dedicated teams. Professionalism and passion are what fuel the Chalhoub Group's competitive edge in today's market.

By being committed to implementing sustainable practices into their business, the Chalhoub Group has been awarded in 2013 the CSR Label from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce.

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Marketing Manager salaries in Saudi Arabia

Average monthly compensation
SAR 24,500

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