Mai Dubai™ is seeking a Portfolio & Sustainability Manager to oversee the strategy, performance, and growth of their beverage product portfolio while driving sustainability initiatives across the product lifecycle. The role will balance short-term market needs with long-term environmental and social objectives, including product development, optimization, consumer engagement, and ensuring compliance with sustainability practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Portfolio Management:

  • Lead and manage the beverage product portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives, consumer trends, and profitability goals.

  • Conduct regular portfolio reviews to assess performance, growth potential, and market positioning.

  • Identify opportunities for innovation, product extension, or discontinuation based on market analysis, consumer preferences, and sales data.

  • Collaborate with sales, marketing, and R&D teams to create strategies for portfolio optimization and new product launches.

• Sustainability Strategy:

  • Develop and implement a sustainability strategy for the beverage portfolio, aiming to reduce environmental impact across sourcing, production, packaging, and distribution.

  • Integrate sustainability initiatives into product development, supply chain management, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies.

  • Monitor and report on progress towards sustainability targets (carbon footprint reduction, water usage, waste management, packaging innovations).

  • Ensure compliance with sustainability standards and regulations.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting:

  • Engage with key stakeholders to communicate the sustainability vision and initiatives.

  • Prepare and present regular reports on portfolio performance and sustainability progress to senior management and external stakeholders.

  • Stay informed on industry trends, innovations, and regulations related to sustainability in the beverage sector.

• Consumer and Market Insight:

  • Lead market research to understand consumer needs and sustainability expectations.

  • Use data to make informed decisions about portfolio management and sustainability goals.

  • Collaborate with marketing teams to communicate sustainability achievements and initiatives to enhance brand loyalty.

• Cross-functional Collaboration:

  • Partner with supply chain teams to ensure sustainable sourcing of ingredients.

  • Work with brand managers and product development teams to integrate sustainability features into new products.

  • Support operational teams to improve sustainability practices in production and logistics.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sustainability, Marketing, Food Science, or a related field.

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in product portfolio management, innovation, or sustainability. Proven cross-functional collaboration and project management experience.

• Knowledge: Strong knowledge of sustainable materials, ESG practices, regulatory requirements, and sustainability reporting frameworks.

• Skills: Strong analytical and strategic thinking, data-driven mindset, excellent communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Job Type: Full-time (On-site)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary (details to be discussed during the interview)