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About the Role

Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts is seeking an experienced Commercial Director to join the opening team of the Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Jeddah at the Corniche in Saudi Arabia. This leadership role reports directly to the General Manager and is part of the Hotel Leadership Team. The Commercial Director will drive the hotel's strategic commercial performance by overseeing Sales, Marketing, Revenue Management, Reservations, and Public Relations. The focus is on maximizing revenue, enhancing brand clarity, and establishing a strong position within the luxury market through integrated sales and marketing strategies.

Four Seasons fosters a culture of continuous improvement and mutual respect, dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. This dedication extends to providing a world-class employee experience and company culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all commercial functions, including Sales, Revenue Management, Reservations, Marketing Communications (MarCom), and Public Relations.
• Develop and implement the Annual Sales and Marketing Plan and associated budget in alignment with property objectives.
• Collaborate with the General Manager to define pricing strategies, channel management, segmentation approaches, and promotional planning.
• Drive brand awareness through the execution of an effective Public Relations strategy, including media relations and content marketing initiatives.
• Oversee the social media strategy and its execution in close collaboration with the Director of Public Relations.
• Evaluate and analyze market opportunities to identify and develop new business leads and strategic partnerships.
• Ensure consistency in brand messaging and positioning across all communication platforms and guest touchpoints.
• Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing commercial team capable of delivering measurable results and maintaining brand consistency.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Proven experience in Sales and Marketing leadership roles, with a strong background in revenue and budget management.
• Demonstrated expertise in the luxury hospitality sector, including a thorough understanding of current customer and travel behavior trends.
• A track record of successfully leading commercial strategy, particularly in pre-opening or repositioning environments.
• Strong critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and multi-project management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• High attention to detail and a genuine passion for innovation and compelling brand storytelling.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic is considered a significant advantage.
• Eligible candidates must possess the legal right to work in Saudi Arabia.

Required Skills

• Sales
• Marketing
• Revenue Management
• Reservations
• Public Relations
• Marketing Communications (MarCom)
• Sales and Marketing Leadership
• Revenue and Budget Management
• Luxury Hospitality Expertise
• Critical Thinking
• Creative Problem-Solving
• Multi-Project Management
• Communication
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Attention to Detail
• Innovation
• Brand Storytelling

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Jeddah at the Corniche is situated within the vibrant Corniche District, offering views of the Red Sea. Its location provides proximity to key business hubs, the historic Al-Balad area, the Tahlia Street shopping district, and the Formula 1 Jeddah Street circuit. The property will offer guests and residents Four Seasons service and a luxury lifestyle experience, featuring amenities such as pools, fitness centers, spas, Kids for All Seasons, and multiple dining options.

As part of the Four Seasons team, employees benefit from a competitive salary in a tax-free environment, along with comprehensive benefits including housing and transportation allowances, 30 days of vacation plus public holidays, paid home leave tickets, complimentary meals and uniform cleaning, medical and life insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and worldwide complimentary room nights. Opportunities for professional growth and development, along with additional family benefits, are also provided.

About the Role

MBRF, a global leader in the food industry, is seeking a dedicated FP&A Analyst to join their team in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a company focused on quality, innovation, and its people. The FP&A Analyst will play a crucial role in supporting financial planning, analysis, and reporting, collaborating with commercial teams to drive informed business decisions. This is a full-time position within a dynamic and collaborative working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly and monthly financial forecasts and simulations, including Order-to-Cash (OTC) and soft close processes.
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual planning cycles, encompassing forecasting and cycle plan development.
• Collaborate closely with commercial teams to ensure alignment on targets and financial outlooks.
• Prepare regular financial reports and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Analyze profitability by customer and product category through Customer P&L statements.
• Support trade investment and Gross to Net (G2N) tracking through the creation and maintenance of reports and dashboards.
• Maintain and update financial data within SAP and other relevant reporting tools.
• Execute basic financial and cost simulations for new business initiatives.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in a similar finance role, with a preference for experience within the FMCG industry.
• Native Arabic speaker with proficient written and spoken English skills.
• Must be a Saudi national based in Jeddah.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office applications, with a strong command of Excel.
• Experience with SAP is preferred.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills coupled with an analytical, result-oriented, and collaborative mindset.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Capability to perform effectively in high-pressure environments and deliver results within tight deadlines.
• Experience in financial forecasting, simulations, and planning cycles.
• Skills in preparing financial reports and presentations.
• Proficiency in profitability analysis, trade investment tracking, and G2N tracking.
• Experience with reporting tools and conducting cost simulations.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The role offers opportunities for growth within a strong corporate culture.

About the Role

Bupa Arabia is seeking a Senior Executive Manager – Brand Management to join its team in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is responsible for shaping Bupa's brand perception, building awareness, and enhancing brand imagery within the Saudi market. The role involves developing and executing comprehensive brand marketing strategies to reinforce Bupa's value proposition and contribute to its market leadership in health insurance and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the development and implementation of Bupa's brand marketing strategy and positioning to shape brand perception, build awareness, and enhance imagery.
• Develop and execute the full-year initiative master plan for brand marketing.
• Oversee the creation of compelling brand campaigns and content designed to resonate with target audiences and foster trust in Bupa's insurance and health products and services.
• Execute brand campaigns and communications across various channels to drive awareness of Bupa's unique value proposition.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency across all initiatives.
• Execute the campaign launch strategy in coordination with Marketing Communication, activation, and media buying teams.
• Support the Trade Team in developing and executing client-specific commercial activations to enhance brand presence.
• Monitor brand performance and brand perception metrics, providing actionable insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Analyze the effectiveness of branding initiatives, making data-driven recommendations for enhancement, planning future Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and forecasting performance.
• Manage and uphold master brand guidelines, ensuring alignment across all departments and external partners.
• Apply Global Brand Guidelines and best practices to all brand-related activities.
• Ensure consistency and compliance with Brand Standards in all internal and external executions.
• Review and evaluate agency work to guarantee adherence to brand guidelines, communicating with agencies as necessary.
• Manage external agencies and vendors involved in brand campaign development and execution.
• Track allocated budgets, ensuring optimal utilization.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in brand management and marketing.
• A minimum of 5 years specifically dedicated to brand building.
• A solid understanding of marketing concepts and their practical execution.
• Hands-on experience in developing new communication strategies and repositioning brands.
• Experience within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Service sectors is preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Marketing.

Required Skills

• Brand Building
• Marketing Strategy and Execution
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Proficiency in both Arabic and English languages (written and spoken)
• Excellent Computer Skills, including advanced capabilities in Web Search, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• New Communication Development
• Brand Repositioning

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time role based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.