Marketing Coordinator

Job description / Role

We are looking for a bright, switched-on and dedicated Marketing Coordinator to join our creative and enthusiastic marketing team to co-ordinate amongst retail & distribution outlets, principals, operations department and visual merchandisers ensuring effective participation in marketing campaigns/ events / sponsorship/ promotions with a view to increase sales, promoting and enhancing the Brand image. This is an entry level position in the team. ?

Main Responsibilities
* Be the single point of contact between Principals, Suppliers, Event Organizers, Visual Merchandisers, Operations and Marketing support teams while organizing marketing campaigns, events, sponsorships, Co-ops & press initiatives
* Receive proposals for sponsorship programs, scan through and short-list them, and suggest possible ideas and actions for execution
* Maintain up to date information on all estimates, LPOs', invoices, data on SMARTPLAN. Submit EIS reports and monthly provisions on a timeless basis
* Co-ordinate with Marketing Operations Managers and finance department to gain timely approval on costs and concepts
* Oversee the negotiations with Mall Managers and Suppliers on visibility of brand within the malls such as posters stands, mall podiums, etc. and co-ordinate with Visual Merchandisers to ensure the timely placement of necessary display items
* Suggest new ideas for promotions, events and campaigns to appeal and attract selected target markets
* Ensure below the line communication with customers such as mailers, SMS, emails are approved by all relevant parties and sent within the agreed timelines
* Source suppliers for packaging items, stationary and PR gifts, receive samples and negotiate price and quality
* Monitor overall effectiveness of promotions/ launches and other marketing- related activities through sales information, flyer response rate etc. Prepare analysis reports, including possible suggestions and feedback on results
* Liaise with the Production team to produce and deliver required stationery& packaging items for Retail stores or related marketing activities
* Liaise with supplier, agency and principles to provide concept and adaptations as per the Company and Brand guidelines
* Provide information and system generated reports to the marketing manager on marketing activities as required

Experience and Skills

Requirements

* A hands-on approach, the ability to self-motivate and independently manage time.
* Goal orientated and results driven with the ability to monitor targets.
* Strong communication skills, able to build relationships easily.
* Previous experience in a Marketing role or internships
* Ability to work at extremely fast pace and juggle several projects simultaneously

About the Company

Established in 1979, Al Tayer Group is a privately-held, diversified company with operations in 12 countries in the Middle East and beyond. With over 7,800 employees from 95 different nationalities, the Group has its headquarters in Dubai, UAE.

Al Tayer Group operates leading, quality-focused businesses in automobile sales and service, luxury and lifestyle retail, perfumes and cosmetics distribution, engineering as well as interiors contracting. The Groups portfolio includes several of the worlds leading brands such as Armani, Bvlgari, Banana Republic, Ford, Ferrari, Gucci, Gap, Harvey Nichols and Maserati. The Group operates over 180 stores across multiple markets in the Middle East. In addition, Al Tayer Group has investments in commercial real estate, contracting, supply chain management, precision tools manufacturing and travel agency services.