Marketing Manager

GRG; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial engineering group is seeking a Marketing Manager to build and lead an in-house marketing function. You'll develop marketing strategies, oversee campaigns, and manage budgets to amplify the company's brand across the GCC. This leadership opportunity is ideal for those with 8-12 years of experience in marketing, offering a chance to shape the future of an award-winning organization.

Benefits

Healthy marketing budget to support campaigns

Leadership opportunity to shape the brand's future

Direct collaboration with senior leadership

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of relevant marketing experience in B2B or industrial sectors.
• Proven success in developing integrated marketing campaigns.
• Strong storytelling capabilities and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive regional marketing strategy.
• Lead marketing campaigns, product launches, and brand initiatives.
• Manage brand identity and oversee digital content.

Skills

Creativity

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Job description

About the Company:

Our client is an award-winning industrial engineering group with over 50 years of market leadership across the Middle East. Renowned for delivering large-scale, complex engineering solutions, the company has earned a reputation for technical innovation, operational excellence, and trusted partnerships. With a strong and growing presence across the GCC, they are now entering an exciting new chapter of brand expansion.

Position Overview:

This is a pivotal opportunity to build and lead an in-house marketing function from the ground up. The business has historically relied on external creative agencies, but is now ready to bring that capability in-house — beginning with the appointment of a skilled and strategic Marketing Manager. Working closely with the CEO, you'll lead the charge in amplifying the company’s visibility and market position across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategy & Leadership
• Develop and implement a comprehensive regional marketing strategy aligned with the CEO’s vision.
• Strengthen brand visibility and consistency across all touchpoints and platforms.
• Lay the foundation for a future in-house marketing team; this is a leadership track role.
• Campaigns & Execution
• Lead marketing campaigns, product launches, and brand initiatives.
• Plan and oversee participation in major regional events and exhibitions, including Big 5, Expo, and other key industry platforms.
• Create and manage marketing assets such as brochures, pitch decks, case studies, and digital content.
• Creative & Content Development
• Work with external agencies to ensure creativity, consistency, and alignment with business goals.
• Bring the company’s story to life through impactful campaigns and content tailored to B2B audiences.
• Contribute fresh, bold ideas that set the business apart in a competitive landscape.
• Brand & Communication
• Manage brand identity and messaging across all internal and external communications.
• Oversee social media, website updates, email campaigns, and SEO/SEM initiatives.
• Support the commercial team with materials that drive lead generation and sales.
• Budgeting & Reporting
• Manage the marketing budget, ensuring effective use of resources.
• Track ROI and performance metrics, continuously optimizing strategy and execution.

Candidate Requirements:

• 8–12 years of relevant marketing experience, ideally in industrial, engineering, manufacturing, or B2B sectors.
• Proven success developing and executing integrated marketing campaigns.
• Strong creative instincts and storytelling capabilities.
• Comfortable working with agencies and eventually building internal capabilities.
• Exposure to large-scale exhibitions, events, and branding initiatives in the region.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and project management skills.

What’s on Offer:

• Healthy marketing budget to support campaigns
• Leadership opportunity to shape the future of the brand
• Direct collaboration with senior leadership
• A chance to join an award-winning and regionally respected organization