Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Drive the strategic roadmap for the Life Science Hub, aligning with corporate growth goals.
• Lead market entry strategy and commercial launch of nutraceutical product lines across UAE, GCC, Asia, and Europe.
• Guide long-term product portfolio strategy with a focus on premium, science-validated formulations that resonate with global consumers.

Business & Commercial Leadership

• Own P&L performance and commercial outcomes for the new business unit.
• Establish revenue growth targets and KPIs; steer pricing, distribution, and channel strategy.
• Drive brand positioning, international business development, and strategic partnerships.

Leadership & Team Building

• Recruit, mentor, and lead core leadership roles u2014 including Head of Operations, Sales & Marketing, R&D, Regulatory & Compliance.
• Shape a results-oriented culture that balances innovation with execution.
• Champion cross-functional collaboration across internal and external stakeholders.

R&D & External Scientific Partnerships

• Oversee research collaboration with leading European laboratories and formulation scientists.
• Lead strategy for product innovation, clinical insights, and evidence generation.
• Evaluate and integrate scientific results into product development and brand narratives.

Operations & Regulatory

• Oversee manufacturing planning u2014 including contract manufacturing in UAE, Europe, and Asia.
• Ensure compliance with regional and international regulatory frameworks for nutraceuticals, supplements, claims, certifications, and quality standards.
• Build systems for supply chain, quality assurance, and go-to-market operations.

Representation & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the public face of the Life Science Hub with strategic partners, investors, distributors, regulators, and industry forums.
• Advocate for science-backed wellness products in regional and global ecosystems.

Desired Candidate Profile

Professional Experience

• 10+ years senior leadership experience in the health, wellness, dietary supplements, nutraceutical, pharma, or health-focused FMCG sectors.
• Demonstrated experience launching and scaling new product lines or business units in international markets.
• Proven track record in international sourcing, brand development, private label strategy, and regulatory approval management.
• Strong business development, commercial negotiation, and cross-border partnership experience .

Leadership & Strategic Skills

• Strong P&L ownership, strategic planning, and operational management skills.
• Genuine curiosity for science-based products, R&D collaboration, and evidence-driven innovation.
• Experience building and leading effective leadership teams with diverse functional expertise.

Market & Regulatory Knowledge

• Deep understanding of GCC regulatory landscapes , dietary supplement compliance, and certification requirements.
• Familiarity with contract manufacturing ecosystems and international quality standards.

Communication & Influence

• Exceptional communicator and relationship builder with partners, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
• Fluent in English ; additional languages (Arabic, European languages) a plus.