MARKETING & SALES COORDINATOR

McCormick & Company, Inc.; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in flavor is seeking a Marketing & Sales Coordinator in Dubai. The role includes conducting market research, analyzing category data, and engaging with key customers. Ideal candidates should have experience in market insights and strong analytical skills. English proficiency is required, and spoken Arabic is a plus. This position offers a chance to influence the flavor solutions business in the Middle East.

Qualifications

• Experience in market research, insights, marketing, NPD, and innovation.
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills in English; spoken Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct category data analysis using global and market data.
• Build relationships with local research agencies for market insights.
• Research local food & beverage trends and identify market opportunities.
• Support customer engagements and prepare sales reports.

Skills

Market research experience

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Effective communication in English

Strong business acumen

Tools

PC/software tools proficiency

Job description

Marketing & Sales Coordinator

Dubai, UAE

Category Data Analysis

• Using global data, Euromonitor, purchased market data, and bespoke research studies
• Providing input and recommendations on category focus for business strategy and competitor understanding

Consumer Insights

• Using global data, Euromonitor, Mintel, and bespoke research studies
• Building relationships with local research agencies to support relevant local market insights
• Understanding consumer choices in categories we play in and want to pursue
• Being the marketing expert in the local market

Beverage Trends

• Proactively researching local food & beverage trends, exploring top menus and restaurants to identify what's trendy

McCormick Capabilities

• Creating a capabilities deck to share with new and current customers, focusing on the local factory

Creative Toolbox

• Leading food safaris and workshops with key customers in the local market
• Facilitating internal workshops

Customer Engagements

• Supporting face-to-face customer engagements
• Providing support to R&D for innovation sessions
• Interfacing with key customers like Pepsico, Yum, McDonald's, especially with their marketing teams, to support innovation agendas
• Contributing to the Marketing & Business Development team, adding value to flavor solution business growth in the Middle East region
• Supporting the Commercial Controller in managing Pepsico business in the region
• Preparing periodic sales reports and presentations for the Dubai Commercial team

Candidate Profile

• Experience in market research, insights, marketing, NPD, and innovation
• Strong business acumen, analytical and presentation skills, project management ability
• Effective communication skills in English; spoken Arabic is an advantage
• Ability to build and sustain relationships at all levels (internal and external)
• Proficiency in PC/software tools; adaptable to complexity and changing priorities

LI-DNI

Company

At McCormick, we bring our passion for flavor to work each day. We encourage growth, respect everyone's contributions, and do what's right for our business, our people, our communities, and our planet. Join us in making every meal and moment better.

Founded in Baltimore, MD in 1889 by Willoughby McCormick, McCormick is a global leader in flavor, with 12,400 employees worldwide and over $5 billion in annual sales. We manufacture, market, and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavor products to the food industry, retail outlets, food manufacturers, food service businesses, and consumers.

Our global headquarters are in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, with nearly 50 locations in 27 countries and operations in 135 markets across Asia-Pacific, China, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and the Americas.

Our over 100-year legacy is built on the "Power of People" principle, fostering a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion, and collaboration based on high ethical standards.

How to Apply

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McCormick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting veterans, disabled individuals, and the LGBT community.