Company DescriptionAs the region\'s leading local tech organization, we\'re proud to say that we have been delivering for millions of people right across MENA for the past 18 years.
We were founded in Kuwait in 2004, and acquired by Delivery Hero (DHER) in 2015. This gives us a unique outlook - local knowledge with global expertise. It also allows us to innovate, create, and bring new technologies for the betterment of the MENA region, such as q-commerce, sustainable packaging, cloud kitchens, autonomous delivery vehicles, robots, and drones.
We deliver across 9 countries with more than 4,500+ employees! Our food delivery business works with over 27,000 brands and almost 50,000 branches.
Our q-commerce concept, talabat mart (121 Stores), now delivers groceries to customers in Bahrain, Iraq, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and the UAE in 30 minutes or less!talabat is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world\'s leading local delivery platform operating in 70+ countries worldwide Role SummaryThis is a joint performance & strategy role within Talabat\'s Regional Marketing team.You will be the main stakeholder for regional marketing strategy, budgets, performance, and all other related enquiries for Country Marketing Managers across 4 markets:Ensure accurate forecasting of marketing spendUsing data to ensure that markets are spending their budget in the most effective wayHelping set and track OKRsForecasting performance in the annual budgeting processYou will also act as an internal consultant within the Marketing team, working on major strategic projects, such as:Conducting deep dives on key strategic issues surfaced by markets and by senior stakeholders, identifying areas of focus and proposing solutions, then delivering on those solutions to completionUsing data to make recommendations on the most effective marketing strategies across your marketsWorking cross-functionally with senior stakeholders across the business to deliver on key strategic projectsIdentifying and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs to measure marketing effectiveness and overall business growthIdentifying opportunities to increase spend efficiency & return on investmentWhat\'s On Your Plate?Financial PerformanceDirectly influencing the efficiency and effectiveness of marketing budget utilization through regular check-ins with markets, monitoring ROI metrics and other key performance metrics, and making recommendations to markets on how to utilise their spend effectivelyContributing to financial performance through data-driven decision-makingStrategic AlignmentAligning marketing efforts with business goals, ensuring a cohesive strategyShaping and supporting the overall strategic vision of the organizationResource allocation & operational efficiencyImproving the efficiency of marketing operations, optimizing resource allocation.Streamlining processes for better overall organizational performance.Delivering cross functional projects with multi-million eur impact on GMV efficiency gainsWhat Did We Order?Key skills required:3-5 years of experience in strategy, consulting, growth or marketingFinancial Acumen:Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis/modelling - at least 2 years of experience in a role in which you had exposure to financial analysisModelling payback for marketing investmentsAbility to manage and optimize marketing budgets efficientlyExperience with financial reporting and tracking KPIsAnalytical Skills:Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation - advanced Google Sheets/Microsoft Excel skills essentialAbility to derive actionable insights from marketing data & break down problems in a structured mannerFamiliarity with the basics of marketing analytics (key metrics, how to track incrementality, etc)Strategic Thinking:Ability to contribute to the development and implementation of marketing strategiesUnderstanding of market trends, competitive landscapes, and customer behaviorAbility to align marketing efforts with overall business goalsMarketing & Business knowledge/ Metrics:Knowledge of key performance indicators relevant to marketing effectivenessExperience in setting, monitoring, and achieving performance metricsAbility to conduct ROI analysis for marketing campaignsUnderstanding of digital marketing channels and technologiesCommunication Skills:Strong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to present complex data and insights in a clear and concise mannerCollaboration with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and financeAbility to present confidently to senior stakeholders, such as country heads and the regional C-SuiteProject Management:Experience in managing projects and campaigns from conception to executionStrong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneouslyLeadership and Team Collaboration:Leadership skills to guide and mentor junior team members

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