About Almarai

Almarai, established in 1977 and headquartered in Riyadh, is the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company and the leading food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company in the MENA region. Recognized as the number one FMCG Brand in MENA, Almarai operates across the GCC, Egypt, and Jordan, consistently delivering nutritious products under its principle of “Quality you can trust.” The company has expanded its portfolio beyond dairy to include juices, baked goods, and poultry, among other categories.

The Role: Senior Marketing Manager (Poultry)

Almarai is seeking a Senior Marketing Manager (Poultry) to lead the growth and strategic direction of its Poultry category within the Protein Business Unit. This full-time role, based in Riyadh, is central to shaping long-term brand strategy, strengthening market positioning, and driving category performance within a competitive and fast-growing segment of the food industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a structured Strategic Brand Framework to guide future brand decisions.
• Oversee the development of 5-year strategic plans, annual operating plans, and consumer insight generation to support innovation, communication, and commercial execution.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and other cross-functional stakeholders to ensure strong alignment and end-to-end business delivery.
• Lead and develop a high-performing marketing team, focusing on capability growth, performance management, and fostering continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in branded FMCG, with a preference for experience within the Poultry or wider Protein industry.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Proven ability to deliver commercial results, supported by strong financial and strategic acumen.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing high-performance teams.
• Strong capability in strategic brand planning, annual operating plans, and consumer insight analysis.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and influencing skills across cross-functional and multicultural environments.
• Highly motivated, adaptable, organized, and results-driven, with strong problem-solving and leadership attributes.

Company Growth and Team Environment

Almarai employs over 46,000 professionals across its operations, driven by an aggressive expansion program and strategic acquisitions. This leadership role requires strong Poultry/Protein industry experience, commercial acumen, and strategic thinking, coupled with the ability to inspire teams towards achieving exceptional business outcomes within a dynamic multinational environment.