Saudi Dairy Giant Almarai Names Fawaz Al-Jasser as New CEO

Saudi Arabia’s leading dairy company, Almarai, has announced a major leadership change, appointing a long-serving executive as its next chief executive officer. The transition will take place next year, following the resignation of Abdullah bin Nasser Al-Badr.

Fawaz bin Mohammed Al-Jasser, who has dedicated nearly twenty years to Almarai, will officially step into the CEO role on January 16, 2026. His appointment reflects the company’s confidence in his deep understanding of its operations and culture.

The decision to promote Al-Jasser came after the board of directors recommended him for the position, following Al-Badr’s resignation citing personal reasons. The board highlighted Al-Jasser’s extensive experience within the company as a key factor in their endorsement.

Extensive Leadership Experience

Throughout his tenure at Almarai, Al-Jasser has held numerous senior positions, managing critical divisions such as bakery, seafood, and human resources. In addition, he has led Almarai’s subsidiary in Jordan, Teeba Company, as general manager, and also served as CEO of Naqua Company, demonstrating a broad and versatile leadership portfolio.

Al-Jasser’s professional expertise is complemented by a strong academic foundation. He holds a postgraduate degree in Business Administration from the University of Leicester, equipping him with strategic and managerial insights that will guide his leadership at Almarai.