Head of Marketing

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

Jotun Egypt is looking for a Head of Marketing In this role you will lead the development and execution of marketing strategies that enhance brand presence, drive sales growth, and expand market share in the decorative and protective paint segments. This role demands strong market insight, strategic leadership, and the ability to align marketing initiatives with overall business objectives.

This role is based in Cairo, Egypt, reporting directly to the Managing Director and part of Jotun Egypt management team.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute annual marketing plans aligned with global, regional, and local direction plans.
• Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage the marketing budget and ensure ROI-driven initiatives.
• Build and strengthen brand positioning through impactful product launches and campaigns.
• Set and manage pricing strategies based on research, cost analysis, and competitive benchmarking.
• Monitor product performance and conduct market research to understand demand trends, consumer behavior, and opportunities for improvement or relaunch.
• Partner with sales to create promotions, dealer incentives, and trade marketing programs that strengthen distribution.
• Lead digital marketing, oversee advertising, PR, and communication strategies, and manage agencies and vendors.
• Organize exhibitions, events, and partnerships to expand visibility and market impact.
• Lead and develop the marketing team, driving strong collaboration with sales, R&D, and operations.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

Requirements We look for:

• 7+ years experience in B2B and B2C marketing, brand management, and product marketing.
• Bachelor's degree in any field of study
• People management experience is required

Competencies we look for:

• Develops an ambitious but realistic business vision and translates it into a workable strategy.
• Identifies and seizes commercial opportunities; has a strong positive impact on business growth and profitability.
• Makes an impact; convinces and persuades others; promotes plans and ideas successfully
• Provides team with a clear sense of direction, inspires and coordinates others and keeps them focused on objectives.
• Understands the organization's informal rules and structures and utilizes political processes effectively to get things done
• Produces fresh and imaginative ideas and solutions; breaks away from tradition; promotes change and novelty

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house training.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A focus on having fun together through team building and social activities.

POSITION INFORMATION

Company:

El-Mohandes Jotun S.A.E.

Contract Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

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WHO WE ARE

Jotun's story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.El-Mohandes Jotun S.A.E., established in 1983, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With 2 production facilities, 3 warehouses and more than 350 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun's position in Egypt through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.

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Jotun's company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

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