Senior Marketing Manager

Senior Marketing Manager – Poultry Category Leadership at Almarai

Join Almarai, the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company and a regional powerhouse in the food and beverage industry, as we redefine excellence in the fast-growing Poultry category. As a Senior Marketing Manager within our Protein Business Unit, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Almarai’s Poultry portfolio, driving innovation, and elevating market leadership across the MENA region. This dynamic opportunity is designed for a visionary leader with a proven track record in strategic brand development, commercial growth, and cross-functional collaboration.

Almarai, founded in 1977, stands as a cornerstone of the GCC’s food and beverage landscape, consistently delivering high-quality, nutritious products under iconic brands such as Almarai, L’usine, 7DAYS, ALYOUM, and Farm’s Select. With a workforce of over 46,000 employees and a net income exceeding SAR 2.4 billion in 2025, we are committed to sustainable growth and industry leadership. Our expansion into new verticals—including Poultry—presents an exciting challenge for a strategic marketing leader eager to drive category transformation.

In this Senior Marketing Manager role, you will:

• Develop and execute a robust Strategic Brand Framework for the Poultry category, ensuring alignment with Almarai’s long-term vision and market positioning. Craft 5-year strategic plans and annual operating plans that drive innovation, consumer engagement, and commercial success.
• Lead data-driven decision-making by leveraging consumer insights, market trends, and competitive analysis to refine brand strategies and optimize performance.
• Collaborate across departments, including Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance, to ensure seamless execution and end-to-end business alignment.
• Build and mentor a high-performing marketing team, fostering a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and results-oriented leadership.
• Influence regional growth by positioning Almarai as the market leader in Poultry, leveraging your expertise to navigate competitive challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

We are seeking a strategic marketing leader with:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field, complemented by exceptional English communication skills.
• 15+ years of experience in branded FMCG, with a deep focus on the Poultry or broader Protein industry—proven success in delivering commercial results and driving brand growth.
• Expertise in strategic brand planning, annual operating plans, and consumer insight analysis, with a keen eye for market dynamics.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities, coupled with the ability to inspire high performance in multicultural environments.
• A results-driven mindset, adaptability, and a passion for solving complex business challenges with innovative solutions.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for shaping category growth, building powerful brands, and influencing a major regional portfolio, we invite you to be part of Almarai’s next chapter. Help us redefine the future of Poultry marketing in the MENA region and contribute to the success of one of the most respected food and beverage leaders in the world.