Senior Manager Special Projects & Performance - MENA

Job Description

Job Ref ID: JR0087962

Whats on your plate?

Q-Commerce Performance & Analytics

• Track and analyze Q-commerce performance metrics across all talabat markets - identifying trends, anomalies, and high-value improvement areas

• Build and maintain dashboards with data team that provide real-time visibility into Q-commerce KPIs across the region

• Prepare data-driven performance reviews for senior leadership, translating complex datasets into clear, actionable insights

• Conduct deep-dive analysis on specific markets to pinpoint turnaround opportunities, growth levers, and profitability improvements

P&L Management

• Partner with market teams on Q-commerce budgeting, forecasting, and Best Estimate (BE) cycles

• Proactively identify risks and opportunities to exceed financial targets across Q-commerce verticals

• Track P&L performance against targets and surface corrective actions when needed

Special Projects & Execution

• Lead end-to-end Q-commerce strategic initiatives across markets - from scoping through to delivery

• Travel regularly to markets to work alongside local teams on turnaround and growth projects

• Develop business cases for new Q-commerce products and initiatives; drive alignment with leadership and oversee execution

• Identify cross-functional process improvements that enhance Q-commerce operational efficiency

Innovation & AI

• Identify and drive AI and automation opportunities within Q-commerce operations

• Work with regional and market teams to test, scale, and embed new tools and ways of working

• Actively leverage AI tools to enhance analytical workflows and accelerate execution

What did we order?

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier institution in Business, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field.

• 8–10 years of experience in quick-commerce, food delivery, e-commerce, management consulting, or high-growth tech

• Deep understanding of Q-commerce economics - unit economics, basket size, delivery efficiency, assortment strategy

• Strong financial acumen - P&L management, financial modelling, budgeting

• Highly analytical

• Comfortable operating with senior stakeholders and driving cross-functional alignment

• Willingness to travel regularly across the MENA region

• AI fluency - actively uses AI tools to enhance productivity and analytical output

Qualifications

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