Graphic and Marketing Manager📣 Job Ad

About the Graphic and Marketing Manager Role

Kempinski Hotels is seeking a Graphic and Marketing Manager to join its team in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position involves developing and executing marketing strategies to position the hotel as a market leader while ensuring adherence to the Kempinski brand standards. The role requires a blend of creative execution and strategic marketing oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the hotel's media and marketing plan under the guidance of the Director of Sales & Marketing.
• Coordinate marketing activities with external agencies and determine the return on investment (ROI) for marketing campaigns.
• Contribute to the development and management of the hotel's marketing budget.
• Create and execute marketing initiatives, including collateral production, promotions, advertising, market analysis, and photoshoots.
• Plan and implement direct marketing efforts, both online and offline, and maintain the guest database for mailings.
• Collaborate with the F&B department to promote outlets and create promotional materials.
• Manage picture storage and distribution systems (Picture Park & VFMLeonardo) and ensure content and images for websites adhere to Corporate Identity guidelines.
• Act as a brand custodian for the hotel and the Kempinski brand, ensuring all creatives are reviewed and approved by Corporate Marketing.
• Communicate and coordinate with internal departments, creative agencies, and suppliers.
• Proactively promote hotel activities, including rooms, food and beverage, banquets, and conferences.
• Conduct regular competition checks, benchmarking, and market trend analysis.
• Stay updated on marketing trends and tools to enhance learning and make recommendations.
• Provide administrative support for the Marketing office when necessary.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• 2-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in hotel marketing is required.
• Experience in a media agency is beneficial.

Essential Skills and Competencies

• Proficient understanding of marketing principles, concepts, tools, and practices.
• Strong copywriting skills.
• Proven experience in developing and analyzing marketing campaigns.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with creative software such as Photoshop and InDesign is a plus.
• Local language proficiency is required.

Personal Attributes

• People-oriented and team-oriented.
• Passionate for European luxury.
• Entrepreneurial, straightforward, and analytical-minded.
• Creative, flexible, and a decision-maker.
• Capable of working independently with strong problem-solving and leadership skills.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. The role involves close collaboration with various hotel departments and external agencies, requiring a dynamic and adaptable approach to manage multiple tasks effectively.