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 objectivesFinancial Leadership & Value CreationOwn 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 efficiencyCommercial & 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 marketsBuild strategic relationships with key accounts, distributors, and international partnersLead sales, marketing, and brand positioning to maximize market shareOperations & Manufacturing ExcellenceOversee multi-plant operations across IQF, frozen, canned, and concentrate production linesDrive operational efficiency, capacity optimization, and cost reduction initiativesEnsure excellence across different plans, maintenance, (OEE) and asset utilization Supply Chain & ProcurementLead end-to-end supply chain from sourcing to distributionOptimize procurement strategies for raw materials and packagingEnsure supply continuity, cost efficiency, and logistics excellenceQuality, Food Safety & Regulatory ComplianceEnsure full compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, ISO, BRC) and regulatory requirementsLead quality assurance and continuous improvement across all operationsMaintain highest standards for product quality and customer satisfactionHuman Capital & Organization DevelopmentLead organizational design, talent strategy, and succession planningBuild high-performing leadership teams across all functionsDrive performance management, culture transformation, and employee engagementDigital Transformation & Data AnalyticsLead digital initiatives including ERP, BI dashboards, and automationLeverage technology to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracyGovernance, Risk & ComplianceEstablish 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 expectationsStakeholder & Board ManagementAct as primary interface with Chairman, Board of Directors, and investorsPresent business performance, strategic plans, and financial resultsManage external relationships with regulators, partners, and key stakeholders Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Engineering, Food Technology, or related fieldMBA (Finance / Strategy) strongly preferred20+ years of experience, including 8–10 years in executive leadership rolesProven success in managing large-scale, multi-site food manufacturing operationsStrong background in commercial leadership and export markets (mandatory)Experience in processing operations (concentrates, frozen vegetables and fruits and canned food)