Team Leader

About the Company

Almarai, established in 1977, is a major food and beverage manufacturer and distributor headquartered in Riyadh. It is recognized as the largest vertically integrated dairy business in the world and a leading FMCG brand across the MENA region, with strong positions in the GCC, Egypt, and Jordan. The company has grown for more than five decades by focusing on nutritious products and the guiding promise of “Quality you can trust.”

Its portfolio extends beyond dairy to include juices and beverages, bakery items, poultry, infant formula, dates, fish and seafood, and bottled water, marketed under more than 20 brands including Almarai, L’usine, 7DAYS, ALYOUM, Nuralac, Farm’s Select, Ice Leaf, Almira, Seama, Oska, IVAL, Almara Pro, Premier Chef, and Bakemart. Almarai employs more than 43,000 people across the GCC, Egypt, and Jordan. In 2025, the company reported net income of SAR 2.4 billion on sales of SAR 22 billion.

Role Overview

This position is responsible for coordinating and supporting an assigned shift so that production targets are achieved on schedule, while maintaining the required quality standards and budget controls. The role also involves supervising operators and ensuring work is carried out safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the assigned shift and help deliver the production plan within the expected timeline.
• Maintain compliance with agreed quality standards and budgetary limits.
• Oversee operators to make sure production runs efficiently and safely.
• Promote and enforce safety and quality practices on the shop floor.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Bakery or Food Technology is required.
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar bakery-based role is needed.
• Hands-on exposure to producing bread and pastry products is essential.
• Strong spoken and written English communication skills are required.
• Applicants should be proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of working with a multicultural team.
• Leadership, coaching, on-the-job training, analytical thinking, and constructive feedback skills are important.
• Candidates should be effective team players with solid communication and people-management ability.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Generous leave entitlement.
• Medical coverage.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Excellent remuneration and benefits associated with joining a growing global business.