A Newly Established Ambulance Transportation Company in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead the business through its establishment, operational launch, and commercial growth.
The successful candidate will be responsible for building the business from the ground up, establishing strategic partnerships, securing contracts, developing high-performing teams, and driving sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities:* Lead the company’s establishment and operational readiness.* Develop and execute the business plan and growth strategy.* Build and maintain strong relationships with the Ministry of Health, Saudi Red Crescent Authority, NUPCO, healthcare clusters, hospitals, insurance companies, and private healthcare providers.* Identify, negotiate, and secure long-term contracts and strategic partnerships.* Lead government and private sector tenders from opportunity identification through contract award.* Build and lead the commercial, operations, and support teams.* Establish operational policies, SOPs, KPIs, and governance frameworks.* Ensure full compliance with all regulatory and licensing requirements.* Manage the company’s financial performance, budgeting, and operational efficiency.* Develop new business opportunities and expansion plans across Saudi Arabia.
Requirements:* Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, EMS, or a related field.* Minimum 8 years of leadership experience.* Proven experience in ambulance transportation, emergency medical services (EMS), healthcare operations, medical logistics, or a related healthcare sector.* Demonstrated success in business development and commercial growth.* Strong experience managing government tenders and major commercial contracts.* Existing relationships with healthcare decision-makers in Saudi Arabia are highly preferred.* Strong leadership, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.* Fluent in Arabic and English.
Preferred Qualifications:* Experience establishing a healthcare or ambulance transportation business.* Experience working with the Ministry of Health, Saudi Red Crescent Authority, NUPCO, healthcare clusters, and major hospital groups.* Knowledge of Saudi healthcare regulations and licensing requirements.* Experience managing ambulance fleets and emergency medical operations.