Retail
The foundation of Al-Futtaim’s retail network was established in the early 1990s with the launch of the internationally renowned and popular IKEA, Marks & Spencer, Toys R Us and ACE franchises in the UAE.
Representing some of the world’s most popular international brands, Al-Futtaim’s retail network extends throughout the UAE, GCC and North Africa and has a significant presence in Singapore and Malaysia following the acquisition of The Robinson Group in 2008.
In 2012, Al-Futtaim acquired a shareholding in Royal Sporting House, which is active in distribution, direct retail stores and shop-in-shops. The Singapore-based fashion, sports and lifestyle retail giant has 600 stores and many additional points of sale are spread around the world with over 399 in South East Asia, over 74 in the Middle East and over 126 in the South Pacific region.
* 837 stores in 18 countries
* Occupies 5.6 million sq. ft. of retail space
* 13,000 employees
* Serves 30 million customers each year
Toys R Us
Toys “R� Us is the largest specialty toy store in the world. Launched by the Al-Futtaim Group in Dubai in 1995, Toys “R� Us now exist in twelve locations in the Gulf market and has emerged as undisputed market leader for all children related products.
The stores offer an unrivalled range of toys, games, sporting goods, electronics, software, baby products, children’s apparel and juvenile furniture all under one roof. We are currently looking for a dynamic andA experienced marketing professional for the role of Marketing Manager to join Toys R Us team based in Dubai, UAE.
In this role, you will be responsible for developing marketing strategies to enhance Toys R Us's market penetration throughout the GCC & Meena region.A You will oversee all regional marketing initiatives and lead ongoing development and analysis to improve retail customer insights, strengthen customer acquisitions and retention efforts, improve targeted market campaigns, and drive cost-effective strategic business initiatives.
You will partner with Buyers for data for the planning of markdowns and ad hoc promotions and to identify opportune timing of action and underperforming products that require endorsement. You will also partner with Gmasco to develop the content and strategy for the annual Marketing Calendar; Converse with key partners such as Buyers, Public Relations, Social Media, Website & Creative, and Advertising to ensure that all aspects of the marketing mix (price, product, promotion, and place) are defined and appropriately integrated to meet the goals and objectives of the business.To be considered for this exciting opportunity, it is essential you have a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or equivalent commercial experience. You must have significant commercial marketing experience, gainedA in a managerial role, with a proven track record of implementing and sustaining market developments; Retail Marketing experience is preferred.
You must have a strong understanding of Key Performance Indicators and how it pertains to the success of marketing activities as well as be sound with Analytical Skills, Problem Solving Skills and Excellent Communication Skills. Creativity and being commercially aware will be your key strengths
Due to the nature of the job, only Arabic speaking candidates will be considered. Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.
The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.
The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility. |