Regional Trade Marketing Manager

Converge; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing consultancy is seeking a Regional Trade Marketing Manager based in Saudi Arabia. This role requires a minimum of 8 years of experience in trade marketing within the FMCG industry, with a proven ability to lead teams and execute marketing strategies effectively. The candidate must excel at cross-functional collaboration and have strong local market knowledge. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on brand visibility across Middle East markets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of solid experience in trade marketing within the FMCG industry.
• Some Saudi trade marketing experience is a must.
• The person must have handled a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional trade marketing initiatives across the Middle East.
• Ensure consistent execution across channels.
• Work closely with sales and marketing teams.

Skills

Trade marketing expertise

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Hands-on execution

Commercial acumen

Job description

Regional Trade Marketing Manager | Saudi Arabia

What This Role Is About

Our client is looking for a Regional Trade Marketing Manager, based in Saudi Arabia, to lead trade marketing across the Middle East.

This role is about turning brand plans into real, visible impact in stores across markets. You will ensure strong, consistent execution across channels while working closely with sales and marketing teams to bring plans to life.

You will lead regional trade marketing initiatives, guide and inspire teams, and make sure promotions, launches, and in-store execution are delivered with excellence across countries.

This role is ideal for someone who understands the realities of FMCG trade marketing in the Middle East and knows how to lead people while driving results on the ground.

Your success will come from thinking regionally, executing locally, and leading high-performing teams with clarity and purpose.

The Client’s Definition of the Ideal Fit

• Minimum 8 years of solid experience in trade marketing within the FMCG industry.
• Some Saudi trade marketing experience is a must
• The person must have handled a team.
• Strong understanding of promotions, launches, and in-store execution across channels.
• Commercially minded, hands-on, and execution-focused.
• Strong ability to work cross-functionally with sales and marketing teams.
• A confident, people-first leader who drives results through teams.

This opportunity offers the chance to own regional trade marketing, build strong teams, and make a visible impact across Middle East markets.