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Prescila karam

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Sales and trade marketing manager at DR Distribution cosmetics trading
Studied Advertising and marketing at Notre dame University
Marketing & Advertising
Joined November 7, 2021

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English
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Native or Bilingual
Arabic
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Native or Bilingual
French
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Intermediate
About
I'm a quick learner, a great team player, I'm a peoples person hence a good communicator and a listener
Experience
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DR Distribution cosmetics trading
Aug 2018 – Present
Dubai
Sales and trade marketing manager
The woods collection / Signature by sillage d'orient / Adi guru / Thomas kosmala / Atkinsons / Amouage Maximize off take on company brands through developing best in class Point of Sale Material (POSM) with Trade Marketing team, Brand Managers & Sales Team. Accurately forecast banded gifts and any other special packs for all areas of the sector. Develop & deliver necessary trainings for beauty advisors on product knowledge & shoppers' profile. Plan in coordination with Marketing and Sales the support for all new launches. Develop sales presenters & road shows for partners' sales teams whenever needed . Conduct periodically trade visit to assess new launches implantation in key markets. Assess launch success & prepare closing report for major launches. Yearly Promotions Planning / Management Produce & ship promotional packaging to all markets within agreed timelines. Ensure packaging quality is always best in class. Promotions Evaluation Consult with other functions internally (Country Development Managers, Supply Chain, Marketing & Finance) as well as externally (Agencies, Key Accounts & Shoppers) as necessary to gain information and insights, as well as achieve results that are aligned with corporate and functional objectives
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United nations world food programme
Oct 2016 – Jun 2018
Lebanon
Social worker field monitoring associate
Coordinate and monitor the implementation of the assistance program at the sub-office /field level, in close collaboration with the cooperating partners Represent WFP at program related coordination meetings and similar activities Monitor and review the distribution and redemption of cash and vouchers, and verify that the related data management and reporting is accurate; Supervise the efficient and proper distribution of food items and vouchers at the site and provide feedback to the WFP Officer and others on the distribution Undertake post-distribution monitoring as well as monitoring of shops, as required Assist in the coordination of regular meetings with local authorities and cooperating partners on the commodity pipeline, distribution arrangements, food entitlements and other relevant issues Assist in the implementation of the plan of action, review achievements and constraints and provide feedback accordingly Assist the WFP Program Officer and cooperating partners in encouraging women’s access to economic skills development and sensitizing public opinion on gender issues and gender focused activities; Report to the WFP Program Officer on relevant events regarding food management, distribution and other related issues Identify relevant issues in the program and report them to the appropriate personnel Supervise and train other personnel as appropriate; Perform other related duties as required
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Joint media house
Oct 2014 – Sep 2016
Lebanon
Marketing executive
Liaising and networking with a range of stakeholders including customers, colleagues, suppliers and partner organizations Communicating with target audiences and managing customer relationships Sourcing advertising opportunities and placing adverts in the press or on the radio Managing the production of marketing materials, including leaflets, posters, flyers, newsletters, e-newsletters. Writing and proofreading copy; Liaising with designers and printers; Organizing photo shoots Arranging the effective distribution of marketing materials Maintaining and updating customer databases Organizing and attending events such as conferences, seminars, receptions and exhibitions Sourcing and securing sponsorship Conducting market research, for example using customer questionnaires and focus groups Contributing to, and developing, marketing plans and strategies Monitoring competitor activity Supporting the marketing manager and other colleagues
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Krave club
Aug 2012 – Jul 2014
Event coordinator
Coordinate details of events such as conferences, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, charity events, surprise parties, trade shows, sales meetings, business meetings, employee appreciation events and virtual events. Book talent, including musicians, bands, and disc jockeys. Select chefs or catering companies to prepare food for event. Sample food and select dishes for menus. Coordinate event logistics, including registration and attendee tracking, presentation and materials support and pre- and post-event evaluations. Keep inventory of backdrops, projectors, computers, and other display materials.
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Greet & Seat
Jun 2007 – Sep 2012
Wedding and hostess coordinator
Education
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Notre dame University
Feb 2008 – Jun 2011
Bachelor degree , Advertising and marketing