Cofounder – Chief Operating Officer (COO) | Umrah Meals Location: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Preferred: Saudi Citizen) Role Type: Co-Founder | Equity + Investment Based Investment: SAR 600,000 (12-month runway)
About Umrah Meals Umrah Meals is the world’s first B2B catering aggregation platform designed exclusively for the Hajj & Umrah sector. We connect tour operators, hotels, and catering suppliers to ensure pilgrims enjoy efficient, hygienic, and well-managed meal services in Makkah & Madinah. Aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, we aim to revolutionize how meals are booked and managed for millions of pilgrims every year — scaling across the top 10 Umrah-contributing countries. Your Role as Cofounder – COO We’re seeking a strategic operator and investor to join as a Co-Founder, take the operational lead in KSA, and drive the market expansion.
Key Responsibilities:Company Setup & Operations: Lead the formation of the company in KSA and manage day-to-day operations. Technology & Product Launch: Oversee the development and rollout of our web platform and mobile app. Supplier Partnerships: Onboard and manage catering companies, hotels, and F&B service providers in Makkah & Madinah. Buyer Partnerships: Build relationships with Saudi OTAs, Umrah travel organizers, and bulk buyers from top 10 Umrah source countries. Marketing Leadership: Plan and execute both digital and conventional marketing campaigns locally and internationally. HR & Team Building: Recruit, train, and manage the operational and support teams. Business Development: Drive sales, supplier tie-ups, and client acquisition to achieve aggressive growth targets.
Requirements:Saudi Citizen (preferred) Proven track record in operations, travel, hospitality, or F&B sector Strong leadership, negotiation, and team management skills Ability to invest SAR 600,000 for a 12-month operational runway (Capex + Opex + Marketing + HR) Network with local catering companies, hotels, and Umrah/Hajj tour operators is a strong plus Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment What We Offer:Co-Founder equity stake Full operational authority in KSAOpportunity to lead a Vision 2030-aligned venture targeting a $3B+ annual market Direct involvement in shaping a scalable tech platform and global expansion roadmap Interested? Send your profile and expression of interest to: [Click to show email] ???? Visit us at www.umrahmeals.com