Category Marketing Manager

The Company

Almarai is the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company and the region’s largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company. Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Almarai Company is ranked as the #1 FMCG Brand in the MENA region and is market leader in all its categories across the GCC. Almarai currently employs over 46,000 employees servicing some 110,000 retail outlets and has reported net income of SAR 2.04 billion on sales of SAR 19.57 billion in 2023.

An aggressive expansion program together with acquisitions in new vertical markets have created an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic multinational team dedicated to furthering growth plans for the group.

Job Title: Category Marketing Manager (Beverage) Location: Dubai

Core Purpose of the Job:

Lead the development and growth of the designated beverage category and projects in the UAE and in the GCC region, which includes both existing and new product development. Establish the strategic vision and lead the organization to realize the five-year plan through annual marketing planning and achieving the company’s overall goals and objectives. Identify attractive new market segment opportunities, maintain a strong innovation pipeline, and develop a high-performance team.

Academic/Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with a marketing specialization.

Professional Experience:

• Overall, 15 years of marketing and/or brand management experience with a reputable FMCG company in the Middle East (Essential).
• 8 years of managerial experience in Marketing and/or Brand Management (Essential).
• Proven track record of delivering results in a competitive environment (Essential).
• Proven track record in building brands and launching new products (Essential).
• Experience with beverage projects, specifically in can lines (Essential).
• Previous experience working in the Middle East or North Africa (Essential).
• Previous experience with an international FMCG, particularly within the Food/Beverage sector (Desirable).

Competencies:

• Creative & innovative thinking
• Leadership skills
• Planning & organizing
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Ability to provide timely feedback on competitors’ activities
• Team building & leading

If you are a dynamic and experienced marketing professional with a passion for driving category growth, apply now to join our team and make a significant impact!