Marketing Manager Africa

Batteries are our Business. People are our Power. Your Power, Endless Possibilities!

At Clarios, we are producing the world’s best batteries, essential for the evolving future of transportation. Our advanced, low-voltage batterie technologies and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle. 1 in 3 vehicles powered by a Clarios Battery worldwide. We are home to strong brands like VARTA® and OPTIMA® and we are driven by a common goal to create cutting-edge technology in a sustainable manner. Ready to power up your career? Then explore the possibilities with us and become a valued member of our team!

Your contribution

You will be responsible for the planning, organizing and executing of all Clarios brand and product marketing initiatives in Africa. You will work in close alignment with the Africa sales team, central Marketing organizations and the customers in order to support profitable business growth, increase Clarios brands position and customer satisfaction.

Location: Dubai, UAE (this role is expected to transition to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia as part of the company’s regional expansion).

What you will do

• Identify and understand the target audiences in each market to develop marketing plans with specific objectives across different countries, channels and segments.

• Conceptualize and execute on multi-channel campaigns across the prospect and customer lifecycle, ensuring the alignment of communications and high value messaging across all channels.

• Work in conjunction with the Africa Sales team and customers to develop and execute marketing programs and strategies to promote the sales of brands, products and services at every value chain player in each country or region.

• Enhance brand awareness within the digital space as well as driving website traffic and acquiring leads due to strong digital marketing capabilities

• Manage the participation in trade fairs and customer events and support the execution on site.

• Work closely together with agencies to execute online and offline marketing activities.

• Develop a strong market intelligence database to have a comprehensive understanding of the current market situation and trends based on market development, competitors, channels, product & service offering, and consumer behaviors.

• Identify effectiveness and impact of current marketing initiatives with tracking and analysis, and optimize accordingly.

• Present ideas and final deliverables to internal and external teams, and communicate with senior leaders about marketing programs, strategies, and budgets.

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Sales, Marketing or similar business related discipline

• Profound working experience in marketing in a similar role/industry in Africa, in automotive industry in Africa, excellent understanding of market trends in the different countries

• Strong budget & project management skills

• Readiness to travel (up to 25%)

• Fluency in English and Arabic is must, French highly desirable

Soft skills

• Team player, Cultural sensitivity, and Analytical and conceptual thinking – using logic and reason as well as creative and strategic

• Excellent communication and influencing skills

• Strong customer orientation

• Genuine interest and passion for the automotive industry

What we offer you

Input matters just as much as the output. As the world’s largest creator and manufacturer of low-voltage batterie technologies, we know that better than anyone. It all starts with our people.

At Clarios, your passion, ingenuity and grit are celebrated. Here, you can get out what you put in.

Our benefits philosophy reflects our commitment to care for our employees and rewarding their dedication, expertise and commitment.

#LI-OG1

About Clarios:

Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. Our batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. With around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, we bring deep expertise to our Aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous sustainability focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. We work to ensure 100% of our products sold are recyclable, and we recycle 8,000 batteries an hour in our network. You can find more information here (PDF).

To All Recruitment Agencies: Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Clarios, LLC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law, EEO is the Law (supplement), and Pay Transparency Non-discrimination. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please email Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com.

A Note to Job Applicants: please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.