Company Description Our Marketing team has the essential responsibility of connecting our customers with our dynamic and ever-evolving brands. Their ownership of immersive campaigns through in-store, digital, social, event marketing and PR channels brings our brands\' vision to the world. This diverse and collaborative team of creative, strategic, and curious individuals are constantly looking for new ways to learn about our consumer and push the envelope in our efforts to reach them.The Middle East Marketing Manager will build brand awareness and consideration for Abercrombie & Fitch Co. brands (Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, and Gilly Hicks) across the Middle East region. This role will team up with internal EMEA Marketing and Product teams along with our external regional partner to develop and bring locally relevant regional campaigns including influencers, social media, and in-store marketing to life.This job is located in Dubai, UAE.What Will You Be Doing?

• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to build a localised Marketing strategy for the Middle East region and activate tactics across markets
• Develop seasonal marketing messaging that will resonate with target customers in each market within the region while maintaining global brand consistency
• Partner with the EMEA Product & Planning teams to maximise key regional product priorities and key promotions with Marketing support
• Ensure activation excellence and brand-right execution across relevant channels (including influencers, PR, media, stores, and events)
• Support Middle East ecommerce with brand content
• Partner with Global Marketing teams to secure Middle East usage rights for any relevant seasonal brand assets
• Manage Middle East Marketing budget, including monthly forecasting and invoice processing
• Provide regular visibility to internal parties on all Middle East Marketing progress and results
• Travel regularly to relevant markets (including UAE, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman)

What Do You Need To Bring?

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or equivalent, Advertising or related field required
• At least 5-7 years of Franchise channels experience, with evidence of having delivered 360\xc2\xb0 brand campaigns via Franchise partners
• An in-depth understanding of the Franchise channels with experience working on Franchise on a global brand (across multiple markets)
• Strong commercial acumen & Excel skills
• Experience having worked in a fast paced, multi-channel, retail environment
• Experience working collaboratively with Franchise partners to build relationships and successful brand campaigns
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for stakeholder management across levels within an organisation
• Customer-focused approach
• Experience in the Middle East advantageous but not required

Our CompanyAbercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally-led, omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.Our ValuesOur corporate purpose of being here for you on the journey to being and becoming who you are, fuels our customer-led brands and our global associates. We lead with this purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work Certification, as well as being named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign. In addition to equitable compensation and benefit offerings, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, we offer a range of educational and engagement opportunities, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.What You\'ll GetAs an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you\'ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company's culture and values, but most importantly - with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:

• Incentive Bonus Program
• Paid Time Off and Work From Anywhere Flexibility
• Paid Volunteer Day per Year, allowing you to give back to your community
• Merchandise Discount
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Available
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Associate Assistance Program
• Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
• Access to Carrot to support your unique parenthood journey
• Access to Headspace dedicated to creating healthier, happier lives from the inside out
• Opportunities for Career Advancement, we believe in promoting from within
• A Global Team of People Who\'ll Celebrate you for Being YOU

Additional InformationABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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