Assistant Manager – Trade Marketing -Luxury Retail

Job Description

Reed Recruitment Middle East is currently looking for a Assistant Manager -Trade Marketing for one of the leading retail group in the UAE location.

The Assistant Manager - Trade Marketing, will play a key role in strengthening the brands presence within Retail channels by ensuring consistent and attractive product presentations at points of sale.

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Managing and overseeing brand presentation across Retail channels, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and local market needs
• Conducting frequent on-site visits at POS locations locally and regionally to monitor and support brand execution
• Developing and maintaining comprehensive marketing calendar, both annual and customized for retail partners, aligned with business objectives and partner strategies
• Leading in-store visual merchandising initiatives and seasonal window campaigns to maintain brand consistency
• Collaborating with the Sales Team to develop permanent visibility solutions that enhance brand presence
• Managing the trade marketing budget and coordinate with suppliers for production, delivery, and installation of marketing materials
• Working closely with internal teams and brand principals to ensure cohesive execution of marketing plans
• Supporting product development forecasts and assist with ad hoc projects as needed
• Monitoring and reporting on campaign performance, providing insights and recommendations for improvement
• Maintaining strong relationships with retail partners, principals, suppliers, and agencies
• Overseeing warehousing and distribution of POS materials
• Assisting the Sales team on various projects, ensuring timely delivery and reporting of marketing activities

Requirement:

• Bachelors or Master&aposs Degree in Marketing, Brand Management or related fields
• 3-5 years of experience in Retail or Trade Marketing, preferably in luxury, fashion, or lifestyle sectors
• Strong marketing and sales knowledge focused on brand building and commercial relevance
• Creative and innovative thinker with experience managing creative and production agencies
• Skilled in budgeting and financial management
• Excellent presentation, communication and organization skills
• Proficient in Outlook and Word (basic), PowerPoint and Excel (advanced)
• Detail-oriented, proactive and dynamic
• Strong organizing and planning skills
• UAE driving license is a plus

Salary range: AED 17-22k pm + Annual Bonus