📋 Job Description
Strategy & Corporate Leadership
Define and execute long-term corporate strategy aligned with growth and profitability objectives
Lead strategic planning cycles, including expansion, diversification, and transformation initiatives
Ensure alignment of all business units with corporate vision and objectives
Financial Leadership & Value Creation
Own full P&L responsibility with focus on EBITDA growth and margin expansion
Drive capital allocation and investment decisions as part of investment committee. (NPV, IRR, ROI)
Optimize cost structures and improve financial efficiency
Commercial & Export Leadership (Critical)
Develop and lead end-to-end commercial strategy (pricing, channels, product mix, market penetration)
Drive export growth and international expansion across GCC, Africa, and global markets
Build strategic relationships with key accounts, distributors, and international partners
Lead sales, marketing, and brand positioning to maximize market share
Operations & Manufacturing Excellence
Oversee multi-plant operations across IQF, frozen, canned, and concentrate production lines
Drive operational efficiency, capacity optimization, and cost reduction initiatives
Ensure excellence across different plans, maintenance, (OEE) and asset utilization
Supply Chain & Procurement
Lead end-to-end supply chain from sourcing to distribution
Optimize procurement strategies for raw materials and packaging
Ensure supply continuity, cost efficiency, and logistics excellence
Quality, Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance
Ensure full compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, ISO, BRC) and regulatory requirements
Lead quality assurance and continuous improvement across all operations
Maintain highest standards for product quality and customer satisfaction
Human Capital & Organization Development
Lead organizational design, talent strategy, and succession planning
Build high-performing leadership teams across all functions
Drive performance management, culture transformation, and employee engagement
Digital Transformation & Data Analytics
Lead digital initiatives including ERP, BI dashboards, and automation
Leverage technology to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy
Governance, Risk & Compliance
Establish strong governance frameworks and internal controls based on policies and authority matrix.
Lead enterprise risk management (operational, financial, compliance risks)
Ensure transparency and alignment with board and shareholder expectations
Stakeholder & Board Management
Act as primary interface with Chairman, Board of Directors, and investors
Present business performance, strategic plans, and financial results
Manage external relationships with regulators, partners, and key stakeholders
✅ Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Engineering, Food Technology, or related field
MBA (Finance / Strategy) strongly preferred
20+ years of experience, including 8–10 years in executive leadership roles
Proven success in managing large-scale, multi-site food manufacturing operations
Strong background in commercial leadership and export markets (mandatory)
Experience in processing operations (concentrates, frozen vegetables and fruits and canned food)