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Marketing Manager-Leading International Fashion Brands-Riyadh Saudi Arabia
+ NEW VACANCY +MARKETING MANAGERGlobal Fashion Retail BrandTAX FREE Saudi Arabia Westerners Very Welcometilly@firstresortrecruitment.com  Our client is a leading global retail company representing some of the most popular, developing and diverse brands within Western fashion retail. The organization covers wholesale and retail trading across international brands including clothing, shoes and perfume for men, women and children.  They are an expanding and developing company moving into new areas such as home furnishings and into new locations across the Middle East and the USA. We are looking for an experienced Marketing Manager to manage the strategy for 2 of their most well known USA fashion brands. Based in TAX FREE Riyadh, Saudi Arabia JOB OVERVIEWThe Marketing Manager will manage the execution of the seasonal and annual Marketing strategies for two international western brands within the market. The Marketing Manager will be accountable for assisting the Regional Director with annual/ seasonal planning and the implementation of the programs in the local market. The Marketing Manager will be responsible for creating awareness and buzz about the brands and for maintaining the integrity of the brands.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES ·         Partner with Regional Director on the creation of marketing strategies and programs to drive traffic and create brand awareness·         Manage all PR requests and develop good relationships with editors of key publications·         Manage monthly/ seasonal creative and content updates for the brands’ international websites·         Stay on top of local competitors and buzz in the marketplace·         Must have the ability to adapt and make relevant Marketing programs that will drive traffic to stores and increase sales·         Manage all aspects of seasonal campaigns for successful implementation. Includes, but not limited to, Advertising, Outdoor, Direct Mail, SMS/ Email Messaging, Website management, PR and Events·         Manage a loyalty program per the guidelines set forth by the brands ·         Participate in establishing business objectives, developing budgets, and providing summaries of program performance ·         Execute a seasonal hindsight on key competitors and recap on local programs and events ·         Monitor effectiveness of programs (ROI & measurements) and recommend opportunities for the future improvements KEY SKILLS·         Ability to build strong business relationship, Self-motivated, disciplined, fast learner, organized·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills (ability to communicate effectively across time zones and cultures)·         Demonstrated success in cross-cultural literacy and working with virtual teams·         Retail knowledge; knowledge of the franchise and wholesale business, a plus·         Proactive and detail oriented, with strong analytical, organizational and communication skills and a keen sense of urgency·         Experience managing multiple priorities, while working under strict deadlines·         Demonstrated experience working with vendors, agencies and clients·         Ability to work well under pressure and execute on aggressive deadlines·         Ability to multi-task, driven to succeed in a fast paced atmosphere ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS·         5-7 years of Marketing related experience retail marketing and/ or franchise experience, a plus·         An understanding of retail and background to lead projects from a business need perspective.·         Strong computer skills required·         Excellent Microsoft Excel skills are required ·         Advanced level of proficiency in database (Access) word processing (Word) and presentation (PowerPoint) software applications BENEFITS·         This should be used as a guide only and will reflect experience levels and interview performance·         Up to 20k SAR per month/ $65k USD per annum base salary·         In addition to this Accommodation, Transport, Healthcare and Bonus scheme·         Total package up to $90k USD per annum  To apply in confidence please email your CV to tilly@firstresortrecruitment.com  FIRST RESORT GLOBAL RECRUITMENTLeaders in Executive Level Recruitment Worldwidewww.firstresortrecruitment.com
Reference :	Fashion
Contract type :	Permanent
Job(s) available :	1
Experience required :	5-7 years
Studies level required :	Bachelors Degree
Working place :	Any
Weekly working duration :	Permanent
Creation date :	25/01/2011

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