Middle East Commercial Strategy Manager

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Job Family: Sales

Contract Type: Unlimited-term

Job ID: 52528

Middle East Commercial Strategy Manager

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin® Nurishh®, PomPotes® and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.74 billion in 2024.

Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you!

Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!

#IWorkForAllForGood

At Bel, we’re driven by Care, Commitment, Cohesion, Responsibility, and Daring—Values that inspire us to create big smiles through innovative food experiences. We’re excited to announce an incredible opportunity to join our dynamic Middle East team as a Middle East Commercial Strategy Manager!

About The Role

As the ME Commercial Strategy Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the regions commercial strategy and driving innovation & excellence through three key pillars:

1- Category Vision & Shopper Story Development:

• Craft compelling category narratives to inspire customers and partners.
• Drive shopper activation strategies to elevate brand presence and conversion.
  
  

2- Revenue Growth Management (RGM) Strategy:

• Develop pricing, promotion, and trade spend optimization models.
• Track performance and continuously fine-tune strategies for profitable growth.
  
  

3- Sales Transformation & Capability Building:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the region’s sales effectiveness.
• Lead initiatives aimed at building commercial capabilities within the sales team.
  
  

This is an opportunity to make an impact in a fast-paced, vibrant region, partnering with key stakeholders to innovate and drive commercial success.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a collaborative and strategic professional who embodies Bel’s spirit of daring innovation, ambition and commitment to excellence.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• 5-7 years of proven experience in commercial strategy, trade marketing, or a similar role.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to transform data into actionable insights.
• Leadership experience in managing cross-functional projects.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to inspire, influence, and build partnerships.
• A results-driven mindset with the ability to work in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent command of English and Arabic language, Fluency in French is a plus.
  
  

Why Join Bel?

At Bel, we believe in combining a dynamic work environment with a culture of innovation and collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that make a real difference while growing both personally and professionally within a global company that dares to dream big.

Ready to take on this challenge? Click "Apply" today and be part of our exciting journey!

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