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Retail Marketing Executive

Implement procedures and systems to prevent merchandise loss. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across UAE with 2 recent postings.

In brief

A Retail Marketing Executive in the GCC region requires CRM, communication, Reading Comprehension, Active Listening, Writing. Implement procedures and systems to prevent merchandise loss. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Salary across the GCC

Salary across the GCC

Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.

Retail Marketing ExecutiveMonthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
CountryJuniorMid-LevelSeniorLead / Principal
United Arab Emirates12,000 AED21,000 AED32,500 AED45,000 AED
Saudi Arabia11,500 SAR20,000 SAR31,000 SAR43,000 SAR
Qatar12,500 QAR22,000 QAR34,000 QAR47,000 QAR
Kuwait1,000 KWD1,700 KWD2,650 KWD3,700 KWD
Oman1,100 OMR1,900 OMR2,950 OMR4,100 OMR
Bahrain1,050 BHD1,800 BHD2,800 BHD3,900 BHD
Salary breakdown

How Retail Marketing Executive pay varies in the UAE

UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED

Modelled from 500 market signals (Michael Page, Cooper Fitch & Hays surveys + Tabbio posting data) · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate

Market signals
500
postings & surveys
Year-over-year
+9%
vs 2025
Hiring demand
Medium
roles open now
Remote share
26%
fully or hybrid

By company size

Median compensation varies with headcount.

Startup (<50)17,500
Scale-up (50–500)21,000
Enterprise (500+)27,500

Top-paying industries

Median for this role, ranked by sector.

01Fintech
25,500
02Cloud & SaaS
23,500
03E-commerce
21,000
04Government tech
19,500
05Telecom
18,000

Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.

What a Retail Marketing Executive does
  • 01

    Collaborate closely with the retail team to ensure marketing initiatives align with store goals.

  • 02

    store graphics and signage regularly, ensuring alignment with brand standards.

  • 03

    Set up and maintain activation zones for special occasions, seasonal promotions, and sale events.

  • 04

    Monitor and report on campaign effectiveness, gathering insights to improve future initiatives.

  • 05

    Coordinate with merchandising team for the production and installation of in

  • 06

    Assist in planning and executing SMS campaigns and events or promotional activities to engage customers and increase store visits.

  • 07

    Conduct regular store visits to assess and improve visual merchandising, signage, and activation zones. Industry Background

  • 08

    Experience in fashion, footwear, sportswear, lifestyle, or FMCG retail is mandatory.

Country
Seniority level
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume
Frequently asked questions
  • What is the average Retail Marketing Executive salary in the UAE?

    The median monthly gross salary for a mid-level Retail Marketing Executive in the UAE is estimated from sample Gulf pay data. The figures scale with seniority — juniors earn roughly 55-60% of the mid level, seniors about 1.5×, and leads/principals close to 2×.

  • Which GCC country pays Retail Marketing Executive salaries the most?

    Qatar and the UAE typically lead for Retail Marketing Executive salaries, with Saudi Arabia close behind. Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman pay in local currency but the gross AED-equivalent is usually somewhat lower.

  • Are these figures gross or net?

    All numbers are monthly gross base pay — before housing or transport allowances, bonuses, or statutory deductions. GCC payroll typically has no income tax for residents, so gross and net are close for most expats.