Murtaza Bilal, Communications Supervisor

Murtaza Bilal

Communications Supervisor

Alissa Auto (NISSAN)

Location
Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
Education
Master's degree, Msc in Marketing
Experience
12 years, 9 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :12 years, 9 Months

Communications Supervisor at Alissa Auto (NISSAN)
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • My current job since July 2016

 Translating strategic objectives for Nissan into regional marketing programs, engagement campaigns, and communications strategies with “roll-up your sleeves” and “can do” attitude.
 Coordinating with cross functional team on regional efforts (e.g., campaigns, brand activation, and events), in the development and execution of major initiatives (e.g., customer engagement, content strategy, customer insights), and cross-organizational and integrated marketing strategies.
 Supporting PR activities and advertising to build a strong brand image on a company-wide level, to include: print, digital, and other media as appropriate.
 Reporting to Communications Manager to drive the thought leadership agenda for the business and on matters relating to brand building and corporate reputation.
 Overseeing digital marketing initiatives such as content calendar and management of social media channels.
 Managing top nosh agencies; creative agency (TBWA Fullstop), media agency (Mindshare) and other various suppliers.
 Reporting activities including monthly sales and marketing reports.

Asst. Manager – Strategy and Customer Services at Zultec Group
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • February 2015 to June 2016

Playing a pivotal role in building strategic plans and to oversee growth objectives of different SBU’s.
 Supporting product managers to drive renowned (Retail & Industrial) brands to strengthen the business core and maintain a competitive edge.
 Setting KPIs and managing cross-functional teams (Marketing, Sales Support, and Customer Service) across KSA, U.A.E, and Pakistan to ensure excellent service and high degree of customer satisfaction.
 Managing and evaluating sales team’s performance against objectives & targets.
 Generating customers with consistent focus on sales growth and management of existing clients across diverse industry verticals and sub-verticals.
 Analytical reporting to management on performances and results according to strategic planning. This involves regular conference calls, meetings, reports which includes local & overseas traveling.

Senior Marketing Executive at Zultec Group
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • June 2010 to September 2012

 Collaborating with teams to implement marketing and key account(s) management initiatives.
 Working closely with SBU heads for diverse researches & events management.
 Handling corporate communications and development of marketing collateral to be used in ATL, BTL and TTL activities.
 Supporting social media campaigns, community outreach, and integration with different initiatives.

Lecturer & Marketing Executive at Lambton College - MITM
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • March 2009 to June 2010

 Undertaking appropriate course material and delivering lectures (Business & Marketing).
 Representing the college at conferences and liaising with international partner institutions in Canada, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
 Dealing with PR, supporting in the development of marketing material and promoting the college aimed at attracting students, employers, and relevant communities.
 Managing Social Media Channels.
 Counseling students on diverse training, specializations, and career selection.

Education

Master's degree, Msc in Marketing
  • at Roehampton University
  • December 2017

MRP: “An Investigation into Digital Branding: Benefits and Challenges”

Bachelor's degree, Business Administration
  • at West Coast University
  • June 2007

Specialties & Skills

New Business Development
Key Account Management
Social Media
Sales & Marketing Planning
Lead Generation
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
LEAD GENERATION
EVENT PLANNING & MANAGEMENT
EDUCATION MANAGEMENT
KEY ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
STRATEGIC MARKETING & SALES

Languages

Urdu
Expert
Arabic
Intermediate
English
Expert

Training and Certifications

Business Analytics (Certificate)
Date Attended:
April 2016
PMI Contact Training (35 PDU) – PMP (Training)
Training Institute:
Knowledge Core
Date Attended:
June 2014
Post Graduate Certificate (P.G.C.) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
March 2009

Hobbies

  • Research
  • Photography