Business Unit Head (Consumer Healthcare)

About the role

The client, an international healthcare organization with a strong Consumer Healthcare portfolio, seeks a Regional Business Unit Head to lead and accelerate growth across the Gulf region.

Key responsibilities

• Own commercial strategy, P&L, revenue growth, profitability and pricing for the Consumer Healthcare business across the Gulf.
• Develop and execute go‑to‑market and channel strategies across pharmacy, retail, distributors and digital channels.
• Identify opportunities to expand brands, channels and markets while strengthening the portfolio.
• Lead distributor and key‑account relationships and ensure strong in‑market commercial execution.
• Build and develop a high‑performing commercial organization with clear accountability for growth.
• Work cross‑functionally with Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain and other functions to translate portfolio strategy into results.

Required profile

• Substantial commercial leadership experience within Consumer Healthcare/OTC, preferably in multinational or regional organisations.
• Proven P&L ownership with measurable growth, not just functional sales or marketing roles.
• Strong exposure to Gulf markets, especially UAE and preferably Kuwait.
• Experience across pharmacy/retail channels, distributor management, pricing, GTM and portfolio development.
• Ability to lead sizeable commercial teams and build premium healthcare brands.