Join a leading Saudi retail company operating across e-commerce and retail distribution, with a strong focus on growth and market expansion.
As a White Label Director, you will be responsible for developing and leading the company's white-label and private-label business strategy, from product concept and supplier sourcing to product development, launch, and commercial growth. working closely with marketing, procurement, e-commerce, and operations teams to build a competitive product portfolio, strengthen margins, and expand the company's market presence.
Key Accountabilities:
- Develop and execute the white-label and private-label business strategy.
- Identify market gaps, consumer trends, and new product development opportunities.
- Source, evaluate, and negotiate with local and international manufacturers, OEMs, and ODMs.
- Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle, from concept and formulation to launch and performance evaluation.
- Manage supplier relationships, pricing, minimum order quantities (MOQs), lead times, and contractual terms.
- Ensure product quality, regulatory compliance, packaging standards, and required certifications.
- Develop pricing strategies, cost structures, margin targets, and profitability forecasts.
- Collaborate with marketing and e-commerce teams on product positioning, branding, launches, and sales growth.
- Monitor portfolio performance and identify opportunities for product optimization or expansion.
- Lead the white-label team and manage budgets, KPIs, and commercial performance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 8-12+ years of relevant experience in private label, white label, product development, or category management.
- Proven leadership experience managing product portfolios and supplier/manufacturer relationships.
- Strong experience in sourcing, OEM/ODM negotiations, product costing, and margin management.
- Demonstrated success launching and scaling private-label products.
- Strong commercial acumen and understanding of market research, consumer behavior, and product profitability.
- Experience in personal care, FMCG, or consumer retail is highly preferred.
- Familiarity with product quality standards and regulatory requirements in Saudi Arabia and the GCC.
- Strong negotiation, strategic planning, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
