Job summary
Brand Manager will act as a key executor within the Global Marketing Team, responsible for managing multiple concurrent projects related to packaging design, POSM development, trade marketing support, and NPD market research.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's in Brand Marketing, Management, or Social Sciences.
- Graduate from a Western university (Europe/UK, USA/Canada, Australia/Singapore)- Preferred.
Responsibilities
- Full project management of packaging and POSM development.
- Collaboration with vendors and in-house creative teams.
- Drafting creative briefs and supervising project execution.
- Supporting market research and NPD (New Product Development) inputs.
- Budget monitoring and reporting for assigned projects.
- Overseeing project stages with detailed documentation.
- Managing internal documentation (NDAs, POs, data logs, etc.).
- Cross-department collaboration (5+ internal departments).
- Coordinating with local market teams and international distributors.
- Liaising with non-marketing teams to identify and address local market needs.
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint).
- Experience with ERP/CRM systems (e.g., Odoo, SAP).
- Understanding of print production (packaging, POSMs).
- Basic knowledge of Adobe tools is a plus.
Desired requirements
- Minimum 3 years in the tobacco industry (mandatory).
- FMCG background is a strong advantage.
- Experience working in smaller/mid-sized companies with broad responsibilities.
- Proven cross-functional project management experience.
- Exposure to export markets and multicultural teams.
- Understanding of tobacco industry marketing restrictions and regulations.
Benefits
- Permanent Contract (2 years) with visa sponsorship.
- 6-month probation period.
- On-site role (no remote option).
Location
- Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai, UAE.
- Candidates must be currently residing in the UAE.
