Job description

We are a general trading and contracting company specializing in wooden and metal kitchen works, as well as home building materials. We are looking for a Commercial or Brand Manager in Kuwait, aged 40 to 45, with at least 3 years of experience in a related field. Strong leadership, business development, financial and administrative management, accounting software proficiency, and marketing skills are required. The candidate must reside in Kuwait with a valid driving license or have prior Kuwait experience enabling visa sponsorship.

Skills

Strategic Thinking & Brand Strategy: Ability to develop long-term brand value beyond short-term campaigns, including Brand Positioning Frameworks and competitive mapping

Commercial Acumen: Understanding the brand's profit and loss (P&L), managing budgets, and aligning creative ideas with ROI and pricing strategies

Consumer Insights & Market Research: Analyzing market trends and consumer behavior to identify latent needs and pain points

Negotiation & Stakeholder Management: Expertise in bargaining with vendors, discussing partnerships, and influencing cross-functional teams without direct authority

Technical & Marketing Skills

Data Analysis: Proficiency in using tools like Google Analytics, Excel, or CRM software to track campaign performance and drive actionable strategies

Digital Marketing Mastery: Deep understanding of SEO/SEM, social media management, and marketing automation tools like HubSpot or Salesforce

Project Management: Skill in overseeing multiple projects simultaneously, from product development to retail-specific programs

Content & Storytelling: Crafting compelling brand narratives and maintaining consistent messaging across all digital and traditional media channels

Soft Skills & Leadership

Leadership & Team Collaboration: Inspiring cross-functional teams (product, finance, sales) and maintaining alignment with the overall brand vision.

Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Responding quickly to market shifts, economic changes, or product launch challenges.

Creativity & Innovation: Developing unique marketing strategies and "out-of-the-box" solutions to differentiate the brand in a saturated market.

Resilience & Pressure Management: Maintaining a positive attitude and logical thinking under tight deadlines or during brand crises