Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

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 — 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 — 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.
  

Requirements

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.