UAE National | Digital Marketing Manager | Honda & Trading Enterprises

Job Requisition ID: 178463

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview of the role
We are looking for a results-driven Digital Marketing Manager to lead the planning, execution, and optimization of digital marketing activities for Trading Enterprises – Volvo & CDJR. This role is responsible for driving performance across digital channels, managing agency partners, improving lead quality, and using data-driven insights to strengthen customer acquisition and conversion across the full funnel.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of strategic thinking, analytical capability, and hands-on digital marketing expertise, with a proven ability to deliver measurable business outcomes.

What you will do
•    Develop and execute digital marketing strategies aligned with business and sales objectives
•    Define channel strategies across paid media, search, social, display, and programmatic platforms
•    Lead the day-to-day management of media, digital, and performance agencies to ensure strong delivery and accountability
•    Review media plans, targeting strategies, and budget allocations to maximize campaign effectiveness
•    Oversee campaign execution across platforms such as Google, Meta, and programmatic channels
•    Monitor campaign performance continuously and optimize based on data and business results
•    Work closely with CRM and Sales teams to improve lead generation, lead quality, and conversion performance
•    Analyze campaign data and customer journeys to identify trends, insights, and improvement opportunities
•    Develop reporting dashboards and performance frameworks to support decision-making
•    Manage and optimize digital marketing budgets to improve ROI and reduce inefficiencies
•    Collaborate with internal stakeholders across CRM, Sales, Product, and Marketing to ensure alignment between digital activity and wider business goals
•    Support business reviews with performance insights, recommendations, and next steps

Required skills to be successful
•    Strong knowledge of digital marketing channels including Google Ads, Meta, display, and programming. Proven experience in performance marketing, campaign optimization, and agency management
•    Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Business, or a related field
•    5–8 years of experience in digital marketing, performance marketing, or a related role
•    Experience in lead management, funnel optimization, and conversion improvement

About the team
You will be part of the Marketing team for Trading Enterprises – Volvo & CDJR, supporting the delivery of impactful digital campaigns that strengthen brand presence, generate quality leads, and contribute directly to business growth. The team works closely with internal stakeholders across marketing, CRM, sales, and product functions, creating a highly collaborative environment focused on performance, customer experience, and innovation.

What equips you for the role
•    Hands-on experience in paid media, campaign optimization, analytics, and reporting
•    Proven success in managing digital agencies and delivering strong campaign results
•    Experience with CRM integration and lead management is preferred
•    Automotive or multi-brand retail experience would be an advantage
•    Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
•    Ability to challenge, influence, and drive accountability with external agency partners
•    Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple campaigns and priorities simultaneously
•    Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large data sets and translate insights into actions
•    Strong commercial mindset with focus on measurable outcomes and return on investment

About Al-Futtaim Automotive
A major division of the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, Al-Futtaim Automotive is an industry leader with presence in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
Our core business activities at Al-Futtaim Automotive include distribution, manufacturing, leasing and aftersales, and we are firmly established as the regional representative of some of the world’s most iconic automotive brands: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Volvo and RAM.
We are driven by a customer-centric approach, constantly pushing the boundaries on innovation, quality standards, and value-added service across our vast universe of customers - right from motoring enthusiasts to fleet operators to contractors. Our mission is to become the leader in custom-made mobility solutions by delivering nothing less than world-class omni-channel experiences.
We channel our local expertise and global trust to deliver one of the most comprehensive portfolios of mobility products and solutions, from passenger cars to SUVs, electric vehicles to high-performance motorbikes, commercial vehicles to industrial & construction equipment.
What keeps the company moving forward is a 9000-member strong team, with inspiring possibilities for growth, throughout the career path. This is Al-Futtaim Automotive and we empower talent to move forward.