Digitization Project Manager | Automotive | Global Aftersales

Job description / Role

Job Requisition ID: 163321

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group's entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview of the role:
You will lead initiatives that leverage digital technologies to optimize processes and drive strategic change within our automotive business. Your role will be instrumental in ensuring the successful delivery of projects that integrate digital solutions, enhance operational efficiency, and drive business growth.

What you will do:
Project Planning and Execution:
- Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects that incorporate digital technologies to improve processes and drive business transformation within the automotive sector.
- Develop comprehensive project plans that integrate digital solutions, outlining objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements.
- Utilize agile project management methodologies to adapt to changing business needs and technology landscapes.

Stakeholder Management:
- Collaborate closely with key stakeholders across departments to align project objectives with business priorities and ensure support for digital initiatives.
- Engage with technology vendors and external partners to evaluate digital solutions, negotiate contracts, and ensure successful implementation.

Digital Strategy and Innovation:
- Contribute to the development of the digital strategy for the automotive business, identifying opportunities to leverage emerging technologies and drive innovation.
- Evaluate digital trends and industry best practices to recommend and implement solutions that enhance competitiveness and customer experience.

Change Management:
- Lead change management efforts to facilitate the adoption of digital solutions and processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Develop communication plans and training programs to educate stakeholders on the benefits and impacts of digital transformation initiatives.

Performance Tracking and Reporting:
- Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of digital projects and their impact on business outcomes.
- Generate regular reports and updates on project progress, highlighting achievements, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.

Team Leadership:
- Provide leadership and direction to project teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Mentor team members on digital technologies and best practices, supporting their professional development and growth.

About the team:
The role reports to the Head of Digitization and will collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders.

Required skills to be successful:
- Strong understanding of digital technologies and their application within the automotive sector, including IoT, AI, data analytics, and cloud computing.
- Proficiency in agile project management methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.
- Demonstrated leadership ability, with experience leading cross-functional teams and driving results in a digital environment.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred.

What equips you for the role:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, computer science, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Proven experience (3 years) in project management within the automotive industry, with a focus on process improvement, business change, and digital transformation.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.