GCC Marketing Associate

About the role

Are you passionate about beauty, fragrance, consumer trends and creating meaningful customer experiences across the GCC region? The role is based in Dubai, UAE and offers the chance to work in a collaborative, innovative and dynamic team within IFF’s Fine Fragrance business.

Key responsibilities

• Develop expertise in the Fine Fragrance market across the GCC region, focusing on Saudi Arabia, through market research, brand analysis, trend identification, social listening, and competitive intelligence.
• Monitor new product launches, emerging brands, consumer trends, influencers, and celebrities to identify business opportunities and market insights.
• Support Account Managers by developing a deep understanding of customer brands, portfolios, strategies, and consumer needs.
• Transform market intelligence and customer insights into actionable commercial recommendations and strategic opportunities.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute engaging customer presentations, workshops, and events that inspire customers and support business growth.
• Create compelling storytelling, fragrance concepts, olfactive descriptions, and presentations tailored to customer needs.
• Develop and present trend newsletters, market updates, and olfactive direction reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain and continuously update relevant marketing databases and business intelligence tools.
• Coordinate toolbox creation, design initiatives, marketing materials, and regional marketing events.
• Track and communicate new business wins and key market developments across the region.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Approximately 2 years of experience in brand marketing, communications, trade marketing, or related functions within the Beauty or Fine Fragrance industry.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent presentation and storytelling skills.
• Proactive, autonomous, creative, agile, and curious mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently while meeting deadlines.
• Results‑oriented approach combined with strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel within the GCC region as required.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or InDesign.

What we offer

• Join a global innovation leader that shapes products enjoyed by consumers every day.
• Work alongside industry‑leading fragrance experts, marketers, and commercial teams.
• Gain exposure to dynamic and fast‑growing fragrance markets in the GCC.
• Contribute to meaningful customer projects with strong regional impact.
• Develop your career in a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment.