Nutritionist Jobs in Saudi Arabia

About the Role

Danone MENA is seeking a Healthcare Nutrition Specialist to join its Specialized Nutrition team in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This role is focused on increasing market share and building scientific relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs) within an assigned territory. The objective is to address HCPs' specialized nutrition needs and establish Danone's solutions as their preferred choice.

The Healthcare Nutrition Specialist will influence HCP attitudes and behaviors through scientific engagement. Key responsibilities include managing a designated area, identifying business opportunities, and implementing strategies to achieve sales targets while adhering to ethical conduct codes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular visits to HCPs in hospitals, health clinics, and private practices to build scientifically-based relationships.
• Position Danone's Healthcare Nutrition solutions and establish Specialized Nutrition as the company of first choice for HCPs through scientific communication and relationship development.
• Ensure HCPs and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) receive accurate information, messages, and clinical studies regarding Danone's products.
• Clearly communicate the benefits of Danone's solutions to HCPs.
• Organize and conduct scientific audio and visual meetings for HCPs.
• Identify business opportunities within the assigned area and develop initiatives to maximize their potential.
• Implement a weekly call cycle in coordination with management.
• Monitor and respond to competitive activities, recommending actions to protect market position.
• Maintain a high level of product knowledge to effectively explain product information and address HCP questions.
• Follow up on customer queries and complaints.
• Review business plans quarterly with the Head of KSA to align with cycle objectives.
• Compile and submit reports on promotional activities according to established formats and schedules.
• Ensure all business activities comply with WHO and local government codes of ethics for infant formula products.
• Conduct seminars and detailing nutrition education activities.
• Manage daily databases and ensure compliance with administrative procedures.
• Achieve assigned qualitative and quantitative key performance indicators on daily, monthly, and yearly bases.
• Participate in meetings to discuss market situations, challenges, and appraise activities against KPIs.
• Assist in organizing seminars and events.
• Collect intelligence on the HCP universe, including identifying new contacts.
• Monitor competitor activities, such as offers, conferences, and round tables, and report them to management.
• Conduct face-to-face medical detailing calls and maintain contact with identified HCP lists across the defined geographical area.
• Build strong relationships with targeted HCPs and map decision-making networks in the region.
• Carry out promotional activities with targeted HCPs.
• Update competitor intelligence and input it into the database.
• Record and report on call visits and progress against set objectives.
• Attend and participate in internal meetings as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• BSc. in Medical, Pharmacy, or Dietetics.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in the Nutrition field is considered a plus.
• Experience with Primary Healthcare Centers is also considered a plus.

Required Skills

• Consumer Orientation: Ability to serve the consumer effectively.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Recognizing and seizing business opportunities.
• Rigor: Systematic thinking and effective planning.
• Transparency: Acting in an open and respectful manner.
• Decision Making: Combining decisiveness with sound judgment.
• Team Player: Connecting effectively with others.
• Getting Things Done: Delivering results and measuring performance against plans.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, within the Mecca region. Candidates are expected to possess native Arabic and English proficiency.

Danone is a global food company committed to its mission of "Bringing health through food to as many people as possible." The company fosters an open culture that encourages learning, empowerment, and collaboration, valuing uniqueness and diversity. Danone MENA is an equal opportunity employer.

About the Role

Nestlé is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Manager, Medical Representation to join their team in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is crucial in ethically detailing Nestlé Infant Nutrition products to medical and paramedical professionals. The primary objective is to communicate accurate information regarding product features, benefits, and appropriate use when breastfeeding is not possible or chosen, strictly adhering to WHO guidelines, Nestlé's internal policies, and local country codes.

The Assistant Manager will act as a key point of contact, providing reliable information on infant nutrition and feeding practices, thereby becoming a trusted advisor to healthcare professionals within their assigned territory. This position requires a strong commitment to ethical practices and a deep understanding of infant nutrition principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote Nestlé's core belief that breastfeeding is best for babies and is recommended over all other feeding alternatives for infants.
• Provide accurate and reliable information on infant nutrition and feeding practices to medical and paramedical contacts, aligning with current detailing objectives and materials, and serving as a reference advisor on these topics.
• Participate in the organization and execution of scientific meetings for medical and paramedical professionals focused on Product Knowledge, Nutrition, or related subjects, including sponsorship meetings and guest lecturer invitations.
• Identify and maintain comprehensive information on all contacts within the assigned territory, including classification based on interest and importance, and ensure regular completion of call cards.
• Monitor and report competitor activities to the Medical Field Manager, including new product launches, communication strategies, and other relevant market intelligence.
• Maintain proper records and registers of all correspondence and actions undertaken in daily activities.
• Ensure strict adherence and compliance with the WHO International Code of Marketing of Breast-Milk Substitutes, Nestlé Instructions, and local country codes in all professional activities.
• Comply with Nestlé's stringent requirements, which prohibit seeking contact with or providing advice to pregnant women or mothers of infants and young children regarding Infant Formula in a professional capacity.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be a resident of Jeddah city.
• Must possess a car and a valid driver's license.
• Strong background in Clinical Dietetics, Nutrition, Biochemistry, or a related Science field.
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Arabic.

Skills and Experience

• Clinical Dietetics
• Nutrition
• Biochemistry
• Science
• Communication (English & Arabic)
• Previous experience in the Nutrition Field is considered a plus.

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 0-1 years of experience.

About the Role

Danone MENA is seeking a Healthcare Nutrition Specialist to join its Specialized Nutrition team in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This role is focused on increasing market share and building scientific relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs) within an assigned territory. The objective is to address HCPs' specialized nutrition needs and establish Danone's solutions as their preferred choice.

The Healthcare Nutrition Specialist will influence HCP attitudes and behaviors through scientific engagement. Key responsibilities include managing a designated area, identifying business opportunities, and implementing strategies to achieve sales targets while adhering to ethical conduct codes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular visits to HCPs in hospitals, health clinics, and private practices to build scientifically-based relationships.
• Position Danone's Healthcare Nutrition solutions and establish Specialized Nutrition as the company of first choice for HCPs through scientific communication and relationship development.
• Ensure HCPs and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) receive accurate information, messages, and clinical studies regarding Danone's products.
• Clearly communicate the benefits of Danone's solutions to HCPs.
• Organize and conduct scientific audio and visual meetings for HCPs.
• Identify business opportunities within the assigned area and develop initiatives to maximize their potential.
• Implement a weekly call cycle in coordination with management.
• Monitor and respond to competitive activities, recommending actions to protect market position.
• Maintain a high level of product knowledge to effectively explain product information and address HCP questions.
• Follow up on customer queries and complaints.
• Review business plans quarterly with the Head of KSA to align with cycle objectives.
• Compile and submit reports on promotional activities according to established formats and schedules.
• Ensure all business activities comply with WHO and local government codes of ethics for infant formula products.
• Conduct seminars and detailing nutrition education activities.
• Manage daily databases and ensure compliance with administrative procedures.
• Achieve assigned qualitative and quantitative key performance indicators on daily, monthly, and yearly bases.
• Participate in meetings to discuss market situations, challenges, and appraise activities against KPIs.
• Assist in organizing seminars and events.
• Collect intelligence on the HCP universe, including identifying new contacts.
• Monitor competitor activities, such as offers, conferences, and round tables, and report them to management.
• Conduct face-to-face medical detailing calls and maintain contact with identified HCP lists across the defined geographical area.
• Build strong relationships with targeted HCPs and map decision-making networks in the region.
• Carry out promotional activities with targeted HCPs.
• Update competitor intelligence and input it into the database.
• Record and report on call visits and progress against set objectives.
• Attend and participate in internal meetings as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• BSc. in Medical, Pharmacy, or Dietetics.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in the Nutrition field is considered a plus.
• Experience with Primary Healthcare Centers is also considered a plus.

Required Skills

• Consumer Orientation: Ability to serve the consumer effectively.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Recognizing and seizing business opportunities.
• Rigor: Systematic thinking and effective planning.
• Transparency: Acting in an open and respectful manner.
• Decision Making: Combining decisiveness with sound judgment.
• Team Player: Connecting effectively with others.
• Getting Things Done: Delivering results and measuring performance against plans.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, within the Mecca region. Candidates are expected to possess native Arabic and English proficiency.

Danone is a global food company committed to its mission of "Bringing health through food to as many people as possible." The company fosters an open culture that encourages learning, empowerment, and collaboration, valuing uniqueness and diversity. Danone MENA is an equal opportunity employer.

About the Role

Bupa Arabia is seeking a Specialist Clinical Nutritionist to join its team in Riyadh. This full-time position is integral to the Bupa CareConnect multidisciplinary care team, focusing on delivering evidence-based nutritional assessments, therapeutic dietary counseling, and individualized care planning. The role supports patients in both digital and physical clinic settings, addressing a range of nutrition-related conditions including obesity, diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and other chronic diseases. The primary objective is to empower patients to achieve improved health outcomes through sustainable dietary and lifestyle modifications, promoting preventive health and enhancing self-management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments, including detailed dietary history, anthropometric measurements, biochemical data review, and clinical history analysis.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based nutrition care plans aligned with each patient's specific medical diagnosis and health goals.
• Continuously monitor patient progress and adjust nutrition care plans based on clinical outcomes and patient feedback.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of all patient assessments and care plans within the designated clinical documentation system.
• Provide nutritional consultations via telemedicine platforms (video calls, phone, secure messaging) and in-person appointments.
• Uphold professional communication standards and maintain a patient-centered approach across all consultation modalities.
• Ensure seamless continuity of nutritional care between virtual and in-person patient visits.
• Document all consultations accurately and promptly in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, including timely scheduling of follow-up appointments.
• Design and implement evidence-based therapeutic nutrition plans for patients managing chronic conditions such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
• Apply targeted nutritional interventions to support the management of each patient's specific chronic condition.
• Monitor patient adherence to prescribed nutrition plans and track clinical outcomes over time.
• Coordinate closely with physicians and other care team members for integrated management of complex clinical presentations.
• Deliver evidence-based nutritional education on topics including healthy eating principles, meal planning, weight management, and preventive health.
• Utilize motivational interviewing and behavior change techniques to foster patient engagement and adherence.
• Provide culturally appropriate and patient-centered educational materials and guidance.
• Follow up with patients to reinforce healthy lifestyle habits and monitor behavior change sustainability.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, psychologists, health coaches, and allied health professionals to ensure integrated patient care.
• Actively participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and collaborative care planning discussions.
• Clearly communicate clinical nutrition findings and recommendations to all members of the healthcare team.
• Support the implementation of integrated care pathways for patients with complex or chronic nutrition-related conditions.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely patient records in the EMR system, adhering to all organizational standards.
• Comply with all organizational policies, clinical governance frameworks, and patient confidentiality requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits within the nutrition service.
• Ensure compliance with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS), Council of Cooperative Health Insurance (CBAHI), and other applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of relevant professional experience.
• SCFHS classification and active registration as a Specialist Clinical Nutritionist / Dietitian.

Required Skills

• Comprehensive nutritional assessment skills, including proficiency in dietary history taking, anthropometric measurements, and biochemical data interpretation.
• Expertise in therapeutic nutrition planning for the management of chronic diseases such as diabetes, obesity, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and PCOS.
• Proven ability in telehealth consultation delivery and proficiency with digital health platforms.
• Strong clinical documentation skills and proficiency with EMR systems.
• Skilled in evidence-based nutritional counseling and the application of behavior change techniques.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills, adaptable to diverse patient populations.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to effectively manage multiple patient caseloads.
• High level of cultural competency and sensitivity in patient interactions.
• Proficiency in both Arabic and English languages.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role operates within the Bupa Arabia organization.

About the Role

Nestlé is seeking an Assistant Manager, Medical Representation to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is responsible for the ethical detailing of Nestlé Infant Nutrition products. The role ensures healthcare professionals receive accurate information regarding product features, benefits, and appropriate use when breastfeeding is not possible or chosen. Strict adherence to the WHO International Code of Marketing of Breast-Milk Substitutes, Nestlé Instructions, and local country codes is required. The objective is to foster advocacy for Nestlé's infant nutrition solutions.

The Assistant Manager will analyze the market landscape, manage a designated territory, and build relationships with healthcare professionals and institutions. This role is suitable for individuals with a strong scientific background in nutrition or a related field, combined with effective communication and negotiation skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Ethically detail Nestlé Infant Nutrition products to medical and paramedical contacts, providing accurate information on features, benefits, and appropriate use.
• Monitor, collect, and analyze market intelligence data related to the Infant Nutrition market, industry trends, products, competitors, healthcare systems, vendors, and customers.
• Segment prospects (healthcare professionals, institutions, and pharmacies), define territories, develop strategic plans, and schedule visits for effective territory coverage.
• Promote Nestlé's purpose, values, and principles, and deliver information on infant nutrition and feeding practices to healthcare professionals.
• Manage requests from the healthcare system, such as providing continuing medical education and equipment, to foster responsible relationships.
• Maintain accurate records of data and field activity outcomes for analysis and evidence of decisions.
• Ensure strict adherence and compliance with the WHO International Code of Marketing of Breast-Milk Substitutes, Nestlé Instructions, and local country codes in all activities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A strong background in Clinical Dietetics, Nutrition, Biochemistry, or Pharmacy.
• Must possess a car and a valid driver's license.
• Strict adherence and compliance with the WHO International Code of Marketing of Breast-Milk Substitutes, Nestlé Instructions, and local country codes in all activities undertaken.

Required Skills

• Clinical Dietetics
• Nutrition
• Biochemistry
• Pharmacy
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Arabic
• Negotiation skills
• Exceptional ability to advise, persuade, and negotiate to drive performance towards set goals.

Previous experience in the Nutrition Field is considered a plus.

Work Environment and Details

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 0-1 years of experience. Nestlé is the company hiring for this Assistant Manager, Medical Representation role.