Marketing Partnerships Manager

About noon

noon, the region's leading consumer commerce platform. On December 12th, 2017, noon launched its consumer platform in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, expanding to Egypt in February 2019. The noon ecosystem of services now marketplaces for food delivery, quick commerce, fintech, and fashion. noon is a work in progress; we’re six years in, but only 5% done.

noon’s mission: Ring every doorbell, every day.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Marketing Partnerships Manager to join our Marketing team in Riyadh. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of brand, partnerships, and performance - a marketer who can build strong relationships, drive impactful campaigns, and elevate noon’s presence in the Saudi market.

The Marketing Partnerships Manager will play a key role in developing and executing marketing strategies, managing local brand initiatives, and creating high-impact partnerships that enhance brand visibility, customer engagement, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Marketing Strategy & Execution

• Develop and execute localized marketing strategies that align with noon’s overall brand and business goals.
• Lead integrated marketing campaigns across digital, offline, and partnership channels to drive awareness, engagement, and conversions.
• Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and optimize marketing initiatives.

2. Partnerships & Collaborations

• Identify, negotiate, and manage strategic partnerships with brands, organizations, and influencers to enhance noon’s market positioning.
• Develop and execute co-marketing campaigns with partners, ensuring mutual value creation and ROI-driven outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government entities, corporate partners, and media platforms.

3. Brand Management

• Strengthen noon’s brand presence in KSA through consistent messaging, storytelling, and customer engagement.
• Manage PR and communications activities in collaboration with the regional marketing team.
• Ensure brand consistency across all marketing touchpoints and local activations.

4. Campaign Management & Reporting

• Manage end-to-end campaign planning, execution, and performance tracking.
• Monitor and report on campaign effectiveness, providing insights and recommendations for optimization.

5. Team & Budget Management

• Manage local marketing budgets effectively, ensuring maximum ROI on all campaigns.
• Support and mentor junior marketing team members in campaign management and partnership execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Relevant marketing experience, ideally within e-commerce, retail, or FMCG sectors.
• Proven experience in developing and managing strategic partnerships and co-marketing initiatives.
• Strong understanding of the Saudi market, consumer behavior, and cultural nuances.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
• Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with strong project management skills.