Execution Excellence Manager KSA

Job Description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for an Execution Excellence Manager.

This position reports to the Head of KSA, dotted to the GCC Head of Execution Excellence, and is based in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

What We Do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands including NEUTROGENA, AVEENO, LISTERINE, JOHNSON’S, and BAND-AID. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team comprises approximately 22,000 talented individuals in a workplace culture where every voice matters. We are passionate about insights and innovation, committed to delivering the best products to our customers. Being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions daily. We prioritize people, care fiercely, earn trust through science, and solve with courage. Join us to shape our future—and yours. For more information, click here.

Role reporting to: Head of KSA, dotted to GCC Head of Execution Excellence

Location: Makkah, KSA

Travel: 20%

What You Will Do

The Execution Excellence Manager is responsible for developing and executing shopper marketing strategies that drive brand growth, enhance consumer engagement, and maximize sales within the retail environment. This role requires strategic thinking with a deep understanding of consumer behavior, market trends, and the evolving landscape of the category in the region/country.

Key Responsibilities

• Category: Incorporate category insights into KSA plans, roll out and track Category Management solutions, analyze data (Nielsen, STT, EPOS) to identify opportunities, and develop execution plans to drive sales, market share, and store metrics. Prepare and present category reviews in GCC Performance Review.
• Customers: Partner with key customers and distributor KAMs; manage customer category initiatives; establish clear contact strategies with cross-functional teams.
• In-store / Shopper-facing: Lead execution of regional guidelines with GCC Shopper, Commercial team, and distributor partners; develop and implement regional activity calendars; oversee in-store communications and POP innovations; ensure distributor partners deliver execution excellence; manage key account promotions and measurement.
• Business Planning & Promotions: Support GCC annual business plan development; forecast promotional volumes via S&OP; analyze promotions; manage promoter scheduling, training, and sales tools.
• Category Insight: Deliver shopper insights-driven actions; capture local market insights to ensure relevance.
• Brand: Incorporate category and in-store insights into NPI launches; lead regional brand activation reviews; ensure tailored store guidelines and promotional strategies are executed; measure promotional performance.
• Budget Management: Monitor and report on budget performance, adjusting as needed.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead the Brand Activation Manager/Trade Marketing team within distributors, fostering productive relationships with partners.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Business, or related; MBA preferred.
• 5-8 years in shopper/trade marketing within consumer goods or health industry.
• Proven success in shopper marketing campaigns.
• Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Digital marketing and e-commerce knowledge is a plus.
• Arabic language skills are a plus.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive benefits
• Learning & development opportunities
• Kenvuer Impact Networks
• Additional benefits may vary by region.

Kenvue is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Primary Location: Europe/Middle East/Africa - Saudi Arabia - Makkah - Jeddah

Job Function: Selling Consumer

Job Qualifications: Relevant qualifications and experience as outlined above.