Marketing Executive - Marketing Operations

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Al-Futtaim in Dubai is seeking a Marketing Executive to support marketing operations and budget tracking. The role focuses on PO processing, invoice coordination, and timely campaign execution within a collaborative Marketing team.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and strong Excel skills, with experience in marketing support and reporting. This on-site position builds cross-functional relationships across Marketing, Sales and Aftersales.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications or related discipline.
• Previous experience in marketing support or operations is advantageous.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data organisation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support daily marketing activities and campaigns.
• Process purchase orders and coordinate invoices to ensure timely payments.
• Maintain accurate records of marketing expenditure and budget tracking.
• Prepare regular marketing performance reports and data analyses.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities with Marketing, Sales and Aftersales teams.

Skills

Marketing operations

Budget monitoring

Reporting

Campaign coordination

Purchase orders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Marketing Executive - Marketing Operations Job Snapshot - Role: Marketing Executive - Marketing Operations - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Automotive - Function: Marketing - Experience: Previous relevant experience advantageous - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview Al-Futtaim Group is building a talent pool for future Marketing Executive opportunities in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This position is suited to an organised, detail-oriented marketing professional with strong numerical skills and an interest in marketing operations, budget monitoring, reporting and campaign coordination. Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the Marketing Executive will support daily marketing activities, including purchase order processing, invoice coordination, budget tracking, performance reporting and customer communication campaigns. The role involves close collaboration with Marketing, Sales and Aftersales teams to ensure accurate records, timely administrative processing and effective execution of marketing activities. This is a future talent pool opportunity for candidates who can manage multiple priorities, maintain reporting accuracy and contribute to efficient marketing operations.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Automotive Function: Marketing Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

Marketing Administration and Financial Coordination

• Support the marketing team with daily administrative and operational activities.
• Prepare and coordinate purchase orders for marketing-related requirements.
• Process invoices and follow up on payment approvals to support timely completion of financial transactions.
• Maintain accurate documentation for marketing expenditure, purchase orders and related payments.
• Assist with reimbursement requests and claims documentation associated with marketing expenses.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to resolve outstanding administrative and payment-related matters.
• Ensure marketing records are organised, accurate and available for reporting and follow-up.

Marketing Budget Monitoring

• Monitor marketing expenditure and maintain accurate budget tracking records.
• Update budget trackers to reflect marketing activities, invoices and related expenses.
• Support the marketing team in reviewing spending information and maintaining visibility of budget utilisation.
• Identify discrepancies in financial records and coordinate appropriate follow-up.
• Provide accurate expenditure information to support marketing planning and operational decisions.

Reporting and Data Management

• Prepare and maintain regular marketing performance reports.
• Compile sales, customer enquiry and aftersales information for business reporting purposes.
• Use Microsoft Excel to organise, analyse and present relevant marketing and operational data.
• Maintain accurate reporting records and ensure information is updated within required timelines.
• Coordinate with Marketing, Sales and Aftersales teams to obtain information needed for reporting.
• Support the preparation of clear and reliable reports for internal stakeholders.

Customer Campaign Coordination

• Assist with the coordination and execution of email and SMS marketing campaigns.
• Support customer communication activities by ensuring campaign-related tasks are completed accurately.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to facilitate timely campaign execution.
• Maintain campaign-related records and follow up on outstanding activities.
• Support the marketing team 's operational requirements throughout campaign implementation.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Marketing, Sales and Aftersales colleagues to support daily business activities.
• Communicate reporting requirements, administrative updates and outstanding actions to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain effective follow-up on marketing tasks, documentation and operational requests.
• Support efficient coordination between departments to meet reporting and campaign deadlines.
• Contribute to a collaborative working environment through clear communication and reliable task completion.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor 's degree, preferably in Marketing, Communications or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in marketing support, marketing operations or a comparable role would be advantageous.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, particularly for data organisation and reporting.
• Good understanding of marketing administration, budgeting, invoicing and reporting processes.
• Familiarity with purchase order coordination, payment documentation and expenditure tracking.
• Ability to work with numerical information and maintain accurate financial and operational records.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with different business functions.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Excellent organisational, planning and administrative skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and business reporting.
• Strong numerical ability and analytical thinking.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple responsibilities within deadlines.
• Strong follow-up skills and a proactive approach to completing assignments.
• Customer-focused mindset and professional stakeholder management.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across different departments.
• Adaptability and efficiency in a fast-paced marketing environment.
• Results-oriented approach with a commitment to consistent operational support.

About the Marketing Team

The Marketing Executive will report to the Marketing Manager and work within a collaborative marketing environment that involves regular coordination with Sales, Aftersales and other business stakeholders. The team relies on accurate reporting, efficient administrative processing and effective campaign coordination to support marketing activities. The role contributes to these objectives by maintaining reliable financial and operational records, coordinating customer campaigns and ensuring timely communication across departments.

Internal Application Requirements

• Internal applicants must have completed at least 18 months of employment with Al-Futtaim to be considered.
• Employees applying internally must inform their HR Business Partner (HRBP) confidentially about their application.
• The position is classified internally as Band F.
• The role reports to the Marketing Manager.
• The vacancy may also be advertised externally as part of the employer 's recruitment process.

Al-Futtaim 's Talent Acquisition team assesses candidates based on relevant qualifications, professional capabilities, workplace behaviours and alignment with the Group 's values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence. The company aims to provide a professional candidate experience and makes efforts to review and respond to applications throughout the recruitment process.

About Al-Futtaim Group

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group is a privately held regional organisation headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Group operates across five principal divisions: automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare. Its business presence extends to more than 20 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa, employing more than 35,000 people and maintaining partnerships with over 200 international brands. Al-Futtaim combines entrepreneurship, customer focus and business development to respond to changing customer needs. The organisation 's activities are guided by its core values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence.