Chief Executive Officer

5 days ago

Muscat, Muscat, Oman Oman Investment Authority Full time
Position Overview

Position: Chief Executive Officer - One of OIA Entities

A dynamic, visionary, and commercially astute Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is required to lead a well-established manufacturing company in the flexible packaging and woven bags sector. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in industrial operations, international market development, and strategic leadership. This role entails driving long-term value creation, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth.

Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Direction & Corporate Leadership
  • Define and implement a transformative 3–5-year growth strategy.
  • Identify market-entry opportunities, including partnerships, joint ventures, and acquisitions.
  • Represent the company externally, enhancing reputation with regulatory authorities, financial institutions, and key stakeholders.
Operations Management
  • Provide strategic and hands-on leadership across manufacturing operations.
  • Improve operational KPIs, including Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), quality metrics, throughput, and safety.
  • Drive plant modernization initiatives, including automation, digitization, and sustainability enhancements.
Commercial Development
  • Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for both existing and new product lines.
  • Lead business development to penetrate high-margin export markets.
  • Foster key account relationships, pricing models, and customer experience improvements.
Financial Leadership
  • Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning.
  • Optimize working capital, cost structures, and banking relationships.
  • Ensure full compliance with accounting standards, audit requirements, and board policies.
Organizational Development
  • Build and nurture a high-performing leadership team.
  • Promote a culture of performance, integrity, and innovation.
  • Lead succession planning and workforce engagement programs.
Educational Background & Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Industrial Management (required)
  • MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification (preferred)
  • Minimum 15 years in industrial manufacturing or packaging industries
  • At least 5 years in a CEO, Managing Director, or General Manager role in a mid-to-large organization
Technical Knowledge
  • Deep understanding of flexible packaging, rotogravure printing, lamination, or woven bag production
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing, automation technologies, and sustainability practices
Commercial Expertise
  • Proven success in developing export markets and client portfolios
  • Strong B2B sales leadership and contract negotiation experience
Financial Acumen
  • Proficiency in managing P&L, budgeting, treasury, and capital expenditure
  • Experience with financial turnaround or cost optimization programs
Leadership Competencies
  • Strategic thinking and execution capability
  • High emotional intelligence and communication skills
  • Track record of building cohesive and accountable leadership teams
Language
  • Fluent English required; Arabic or additional language skills are advantageous
Performance Expectations (First 18–24 Months)
  • Launch a market diversification or export growth initiative
  • Improve operational efficiency and reduce production waste by 10–15%
  • Achieve measurable cost savings in debt or supplier negotiations
  • Develop a senior leadership pipeline with at least three internal successors identified

Location: Sultanate of Oman

Type: Full-time Executive Role

Compensation: Competitive base salary, performance-based bonus.

Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV and a cover letter outlining relevant leadership experience and achievements. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.


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