Khadim Sarwar

Background

About Khadim Sarwar

Visionary CEO in Global FMCG Food Manufacturing, Retail and Distribution. A world-renowned executive with 27 years of transformative leadership in FMCG food manufacturing, retail and logistics, spanning the UK, UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, recognized for driving high-impact growth and operational excellence across multi-site, multi-national landscapes. With full P&L oversight, I lead end-to-end strategies across Operations, Commercial, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Technical functions, delivering sustained value in ambient, frozen, and chilled categories. Renowned for pioneering world-class production capabilities, I have successfully designed, built, and commissioned advanced food manufacturing and logistics networks, including two state-of-the-art facilities in the Middle East in recent years. My expertise covers a diverse portfolio of high-demand categories such as bakery, ready meals, sauces, salads, juices, and proteins, bringing high-quality, short-shelf-life products to market with agility and precision. I have driven extraordinary commercial growth, achieving a 900% increase in sales over nine years by leading innovative commercial strategies, optimizing global supply chains, and fostering partnerships with leading retailers and F&B brands worldwide. My experience includes supplying to top-tier UK retailers such as Marks & Spencer and Tesco, as well as prominent F&B brands in the Middle East, such as Starbucks, Shake Shack, and The Cheesecake Factory. I also have extensive experience working with major fuel station networks like ADNOC and ENOC in the UAE supporting sales growth through improving product propositions while also managing in-store bakeries. With a proven record of delivering outstanding P&L results, I excel in implementing cutting-edge operational improvements, developing strategic commercial relationships, and launching market-driven new products. I am dedicated to redefining food manufacturing standards globally, aligning industry-leading practices with emerging consumer trends, and positioning companies at the forefront of the global food landscape.