Trade Marketing Specialist - Dubai

at  Knauf MEASA

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within Knauf GCC, in Dubai, UAE could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 42,000 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone’s contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
Knauf GCC is proud to be part of the Knauf Group. We have heritage in Gypsum manufacturing and have big plans for the future. Our global reach in 96 countries continues to grow and we are looking for passionate, ambitious people to help us achieve our goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world. We are now looking for another team member to join us in the Marketing Department as the Trade Marketing Specialist, based in Dubai, UAE.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Develop and implement trade marketing strategies to increase brand visibility in retail and distribution channels.
• Monitor and analyze trade marketing performance and adjust plans to optimize results.
• Ensure consistent brand messaging across all trade marketing materials.
• Develop and create trade marketing materials and designs, including in-store displays, promotional materials, and product demos.
• Plan and execute B2B and B2C events, including product launches, trade shows, and promotional events.
• Coordinate logistics, including venue selection, event setup, and staff management.
• Collaborate with the digital marketing team to develop online strategies that support trade marketing efforts.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for seamless execution of trade marketing campaigns.
• Build relationships with key retail partners, distributors, and trade associations.

We are interested in you as a person, your attitude, behaviours, and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don’t already have, we’d love to speak to you. If you have experience in the following areas – this is an added advantage:

• Creative mindset with a keen eye for details.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Learning agility.
• Drive for results.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, and policies