Senior Marketing Executive | Chalhoub Group
| Company Name |
Chalhoub Group, Dubai |
| Qualification | Bachelors Degree | Masters Degree (Marketing or Related Field) |
| Experience | 6 – 7 years of Relevant Experience Required |
| Monthly Salary | 8,500 AED ā 10,000 AEDĀ |
| Employment Type | FullĀ Ā Time | Permanent |
| Company Size | 50-100 Employees |
| Benefits | Medical InsuranceĀ |
| Location | Dubai |
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 build iconic brands together! Working as a Senior Marketing Executive you will be responsible for a wide range of marketing activities across the UAE and Kuwait for;Ā Salvatore Ferragamo, Off-White, Stella McCartney and Rene Caovilla. You will work cross functionally with the wider marketing team, CRM, loyalty and other partners externally. You will be responsible for interpreting, adapting and planning brand marketing plans, keeping in mind the brand standards and budgets.
Marketing and Promotional Plans
- You will be involved in all aspects of marketing and media from planning, advertising, promotions, public, media relations, product development and research
- Assist in building marketing plan / calendar for the different chains/brands/ markets in close co-operation with the Department Manager and the brandās marketing departments
- Handle the marketing plan forecast and the marketing plan orders
- Follow up closely on the plansā implementation, schedule and activities in all concerned markets
- Ensure preserving the image of the brand at the POS by respecting its merchandising guidelines
- Plan and follow-up on promotions in coordination with the different area managers and the training and promotion manager
- Work in coordination with commercial team and list objectives for main customers
- Manage and coordinate with concerned parties for the production of marketing materials being from leaflets, visuals, podiums, flyers, and preparing necessary photo shoots to pro reading press releases
- Organise, attend events, and exhibitions
- Secure sponsorship to assist with the publicity and funding of marketing projects
- Carry out local market research, customer survey, assessing customer demands, brand positioning, monitor competitorsā activities, and evaluating market campaigns
Suppliers/Customer Relationship
- Channel all suppliers and customers information (animation / training / launch plan) to stores/shop managers, area, and department and division manager
- Communicate all required information about animation / visibility to the suppliers
- Monitor windows, podiums and any other promotional area ensuring promotional activities throughout the year, in coordination with the design department (3D)
- Present the various marketing plans to the stores/ shop managers and ensure its proper implementation
- Inform purchasing supervisor about marketing activities to ensure the availability of the stock timeframe
- Meet and discuss with local suppliers for all marketing bookings and animations
- Send the catalogues, new price lists and miscellaneous information to the customers
Advertising and Promotional Activities
- Define the media and PR plan by briefing the advertising agency
- Manage the various marketing budgets to organize corporate above the line and below the line promotional / advertising activities and corporate items purchase
- Splitting the media investments by product line and by media support to respect the brandās media strategy and the total budget initially set by the Area Manager/ Department Manager
- Coordinate with advertising agencies and clients on media plans
- Prepare monthly updated report of expenses
- Liaise with the different department (regional marketing team, Euro RSCG) to build the latter
- Prepare monthly management report comparing the budget verses the stock
- Handle translation of all the documents
- Customer Data Base:
- Build, maintain and update good database (CRM) through consolidate information from shop floors
- Participate in relevant projects and community activities as and when needed
What You’ll Need To Succeed
- Previous luxury retail background and a strong understanding of the Middle East region especially the UAE and KSA markets
- Ability to set and execute marketing strategies
- Ability to deal with media and PR agencies
- Experienced in gifting and dealing with VIPS
- Digital Marketing understanding
- Budget management responsibility
- Strong organisation and communication skills
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.