The Marketing Director drives the organisation's business strategies by setting direction for the organisation's marketing campaigns, programmes and communication plans. He/She is also responsible for advancing public relations for the organisation, formulating data-driven commercial insights and directing budget forecasting activities. The Marketing Director operates in a rapidly transforming business environment and functions through his/her understanding of consumers' preferences, market trends and industry landscape to promote the organisation and optimise its market share. The Marketing Director is an astute, aspiring leader who is able to negotiate strategically. He/She possesses strong business acumen and broad understanding of consumer, market and industry trends.