Job Overview:
The CEO will be responsible for leading the company’s overall strategy, operations, and growth within the food industry, with a particular focus on the FMCG sector. This role requires a seasoned leader with extensive experience in managing Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibilities and a demonstrated ability to drive business success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve company objectives and ensure long-term sustainability
- Oversee all operations and business activities to ensure they produce the desired results and are consistent with the overall strategy and mission
- Provide strategic leadership and vision to align with the company’s growth targets
- Manage and guide senior leadership in areas such as finance, operations, production, marketing, and human resources
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, including shareholders, customers, suppliers, and regulatory authorities
- Analyze problematic situations and occurrences, provide solutions to ensure company survival and growth
- Implement best practices in financial and operational management, ensuring robust financial performance
- Lead efforts to enhance product quality, production efficiency, and customer satisfaction
- Monitor industry trends and market dynamics to identify growth opportunities and mitigate risks
- Proven experience as a CEO or in a senior executive leadership role, preferably in the food or dairy industry
- Strong understanding of corporate finance, performance management principles, and key business functions (operations, HR, marketing, etc)
- Demonstrated ability to build and manage high-performing teams
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
- Experience in strategic planning and execution
- Proficiency in analyzing financial data, preparing forecasts, and setting financial goals
- Experience in Iraq or holding Iraqi citizenship is preferred
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field (MBA preferred)
- 10+ years of experience in senior management roles, with at least 5 years in the food or dairy sector
- Experience working in Iraq or the GCC region is highly desirable
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.