Deputy Minister for Nationalization and Human Capital

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Professional Profile

• An executive leader with over 20 years of experience across strategy, supply chain, logistics, human capital management, organizational transformation, and process re-engineering. He possesses extensive expertise in leading national initiatives, developing strategies, making data-driven decisions, and building effective partnerships with government entities, the private sector, and key stakeholders.
• He has contributed to designing and leading strategic plans and high-impact initiatives across the health sector, with a primary focus on localization, human capital development, enhancing supply chain resilience and sustainability, and boosting operational and spending efficiency in alignment with the goals of the National Transformation Program and Saudi Vision 2030.
• He brings proven leadership in guiding multidisciplinary teams, managing complex strategic portfolios, negotiating and managing stakeholder relationships, and translating strategic direction into actionable initiatives and measurable KPIs.

Core Leadership Competencies & Expertise

• Strategy & Organizational Transformation
• Localization & Human Capital Development
• Supply Chain & Logistics Management
• National Policy Development & Initiative Formulation
• Governance & Executive Committee Leadership
• Stakeholder Management & Strategic Partnerships
• Negotiation & Strategic Procurement
• Process Re-Engineering & Operational Efficiency
• Data-Driven & Performance-Based Decision Making
  

Current Position

Deputy Minister for Nationalization and Human Capital – Ministry of Health

 (April 2025 – Present)

Leading the health sector's nationalization and human capital ecosystem by driving workforce strategies, national targets, and strategic initiatives. Overseeing health sector services, products, and partnerships to foster sustainability and maximize the contribution of national talent.

Leadership Roles & Committee Memberships

• Chairman, Local Content Development Team Committee.
• Chairman, Health Sector Localization Committee.
• Chairman, Health Sectoral Council Committee – Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.
• Member, Negotiation and Procurement Committee.
• Member, Manufacturing Executive Committee – Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources.
• Member, National Vaccine Steering Committee.
• Member, National Risk Council.
• Member, Executive Committee – Lifera Company.

Academic Qualifications

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) – University of Hull, Yorkshire, UK
• Executive Healthcare Management Certificate (Mini MBA)
• Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems (MIS) – University of Bahrain

Executive & Leadership Programs

• Executive Leadership and Transformation Program (Leading in Times of Change) – INSEAD, Fontainebleau, France
• Executing Strategy for Results Program – London Business School (LBS), London, UK
• Leadership for the Future Program – Emeritus, Barcelona, Spain

Previous Experience

• Assistant Deputy Minister for Supply — Ministry of Health

(February 2021 – April 2025)

Led the systemic transformation of the Ministry of Health's supply chain ecosystem, driving operational efficiency, supply chain resilience, and seamless inter-agency integration across the healthcare sector.

• Senior Executive Director — Supply Chain, Patient Support, Corporate Affairs & Facilities — Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH)

 (September 2017 – February 2021)

Oversee strategic and operational functions across medical supply chains, patient support services, corporate affairs, and facilities management, driving operational excellence and continuous process optimization.

Leadership Philosophy

Driving transformation by building sustainable ecosystems, developing national capabilities, maximizing local content, and bridging strategy with execution to achieve a lasting, measurable impact across the health sector.