Manager Product Development Culinary

To define and execute “Saudia” product development Culinary and services design and responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and delivering innovative, guest-centric solutions that enhance the overall travel experience and drive guest loyalty

Strategy Formation and Implementation

• Participate in the development and refinement of Air Transport’s division strategy in line with the SBU vision and strategy and contribute to the overall process of corporate management and decision making to ensure the organization maximizes its short-, medium- and long-term profitability and returns to its shareholders.

Leadership and Direction

• Provide overall direction for the effective achievement of the division objectives through effective leadership and by setting of individual objectives, managing performance, developing, and motivating the team to maximize performance.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Executive Leadership community, to synergize efforts across Air Transport for the successful achievement of strategic objectives.

Organization Structure

• Together with Holding’s human capital function and Head of Division provide inputs in order to design an optimum organization structure and direct the development of the Division structures so that resources are optimally utilized, and communication can take place in an efficient manner.

Budgeting and Financial Performance

• Direct the preparation and consolidation of the Division’s budget and monitor financial performance versus the budget so that the business is aware of anticipated costs/revenues; areas of unsatisfactory performance are identified, and potential performance improvement opportunities are capitalized upon.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Direct the development and oversee the implementation of division policies, systems, processes, procedures, and controls covering all areas of function so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service in a consistent manner.

Job-specific accountabilities

• Stay abreast of global culinary trends and integrate them into the menu offerings.
• Develop and curate menus for all classes of service, ensuring variety, quality, and cultural relevance.
• Continuously research and incorporate global culinary trends, new cooking techniques, and ingredients into the airline's menus.
• Pilot and introduce new food concepts and experiences, ensuring that the airline remains at the forefront of culinary innovation.

Safety, Quality and Environment

• Ensure compliance with set or predefined quality, health, safety, and environmental management policies, procedures, and controls across the division to guarantee employee and asset safety, legislative compliance, and a responsible environmental attitude.
• Participate in the development and/or ensure application of an emergency response plan where emergency response procedures are necessary as part of the safety policy of the certificate holder where applicable.

Related assignments

• Perform other related duties or assignments as directed.

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering / Marketing / Aviation Administration / Systems / Law / Public Administration / Industrial Management / Business Administration.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of nine years work experience with at least four years in a relevant function and three in supervisory roles