Sr. Manager Special Projects & Performance

Role Summary

We are seeking a strategic analytical and execution-focused Senior Manager Performance & Special Projects to lead and scale a high-performing team responsible for driving performance excellence and executing cross-functional strategic initiatives. Reporting directly to the UAE leadership team this role is pivotal in translating business priorities into action by overseeing the Performance & Special Projects function and acting as a key business partner across departments. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership capabilities a collaborative mindset and the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Whats On Your Plate

As Senior Manager you will drive critical business initiatives lead a growing team and collaborate closely with senior stakeholders. Your main responsibilities will span four key areas:

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team fostering a culture of performance accountability and continuous improvement.

• Serve as the main point of contact for UAE leadership and cross-functional stakeholders on performance and special project topics.

• Influence decision-making by delivering strategic recommendations and ensuring alignment across departments and regional teams.

• Drive collaboration across Logistics CX Sales Marketing and Finance to ensure successful execution of performance initiatives.

Business Performance:

• Oversee performance reporting frameworks and ensure the delivery of high-quality insights across departments

• Challenge performance against OKRs functional targets and budgets and recommend corrective actions where needed.

• Champion the enhancement of reporting tools dashboards and automation initiatives to drive accuracy and scalability.

Advanced Analytics & Strategic Insights

• Lead complex analytical initiatives to uncover root causes behind performance trends and business challenges.

• Translate data into strategic narratives and actionable recommendations for senior leadership.

• Set standards for data integrity forecasting methodologies and performance tracking.

• Identify cross-functional opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost savings.

Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives

• Own the end-to-end delivery of high-impact cross-functional initiatives aligned with country and regional goals.

• Scope and prioritize projects establish clear KPIs and ensure timely delivery in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.

• Act as the project sponsor or executive lead aligning execution with strategic outcomes.

P&L Ownership & Forecasting

• Oversee the country-level P&L related to key operational and strategic functions.

• Lead forecasting and scenario planning processes (daily monthly annual) to support decision-making and financial discipline.

• Identify revenue and cost optimization levers and proactively drive initiatives to improve unit economics and profitability.

Qualifications :

What Did We Order

• 812 years of experience in performance management strategy business operations or management consulting.

• Proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams with a focus on results and cross-functional collaboration.

• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills with experience engaging with senior leadership and cross-market teams.

• Expertise in financial modeling P&L ownership and business forecasting.

• Advanced proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g. BigQuery Tableau Looker).

• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to distill complexity into clear business recommendations.

• Demonstrated ability to lead change manage ambiguity and thrive in a dynamic environment.

• High degree of curiosity initiative and ownership.

Additional Information :

As part of the talabat team:

• You have the opportunity to be based in our specially designed collaborative work space in City Walk.

• You will also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

• Monthly talabat credit to spend in the app however you want

• Parental leave

• Working with the team building the fastest-growing largest and most valuable network of online food ordering services.

• Our colleagues at talabat come from every corner of the globe working in diverse cross-cultural teams.

• Enjoy fresh fruits cereals beverages tea and discounts at our Everyday Roastery cafe next door

• Take a break in our wellbeing room music room or take in the views of the Dubai Downtown Skyline on our roof terrace!

• Sponsored healthcare and gym membership

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time