Regional Brand Manager - Floor Coatings

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

In the role of Regional Brand Manager for MEIA Region - we are looking for someone who will be responsible in the region for assigned brand, product or solutions portfolio by building in-depth knowledge and understanding of the customer needs, requirements and the market situation, leading to achieve profitable growth and materialising innovations solving customer needs in accordance with segment and category strategies/budget.

This position is based in Dubai – UAE and reports to the Regional Marketing Manager – Performance Coatings – Middle East India & Africa.

Responsibilities

Lead Regional Flooring innovation projects and be responsible for the respective category assortment in terms of regional marketing plan implementation activities, general product support, training and product knowledge.

Work with global and regional R&D experts to set-up MEIA Innovation product pipeline and run the specialty projects independently.

Drive segment, regional and local alignment on sales and marketing conceptualization to planning and implementation for the Flooring product portfolio across MEIA.

Secure the regional growth and profitability of the Flooring category by managing the existing portfolio and identifying and capitalising on market opportunities that create value for both customers and Jotun, in order to achieve improved earnings, growth in sales and a stronger position in the market.

Category implementation of activities like re-launches, innovations & releases according to the regional marketing plan in order to ensure that we can meet customer’s needs and expectations and deliver on growth and profitability targets for the region

Project Manage the selected regional innovation projects by collaborating with sales, TSS, R&D and other relevant stakeholders throughout the innovation project. Stakeholder in relevant global IB projects.

Ensure that Products in Service are maintained and consistent by monitoring use, feedback, positioning, pricing and profitability in the market in order to ensure an expected return on investment, quality standards, and Brand recognition.

Govern and support local activity by working closely with local sales and marketing networks to ensure the sharing of best practice, knowledge and potential extended use of local product variations.

Ensure that the positioning of assigned products in the region is in line with Regional and Corporate guidelines by following up on brand strategies and positioning to drive the profitable growth of the assigned products.

Identify relevant new opportunities within the brand strategy by initiating new ideas for the assigned products to drive profitable growth.

Support regional network with product knowledge and product training.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

Qualifications

4 - 6 years of experience in Marketing, Innovation and Strategy planning

Brand and Product Management and Innovation experience is essential for the role.

Bachelor's degree in marketing or any related field

Brand Management experience is essential

Exceptional communication skills

What we offer

Competitive compensation and benefits.

Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning.

Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.

Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.

A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.

A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.

POSITION INFORMATION

Company:Jotun MEIA FZ-LLC

Contract Type:Regular

Time Type:Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):03.06.2024

WHO WE ARE

Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.

Jotun MEIA FZ-LLC is the regional hub for Jotun in the MEIA region providing functional and business support to all our legal entities. With more than 130 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in the region through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.

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Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

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