Data Analytics Manager
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Description
Majid Al Futtaim invites you to join us in our quest to create great moments for everyone, everyday! We are the leading shopping mall, residential communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, serving over 560 million visitors a year. For the past two decades, we have shaped the consumer landscape across the region, transforming the way people shop, live and play, while maintaining a strong sustainability track record and the largest mall in the world to attain LEED Gold EBOM Certification. We have over 40,000 team members in 15 international markets representing over 100 nationalities – all keeping the customer at the heart of everything we do. If you enjoy being BOLD, PASSIONATE and TOGETHER, then Majid Al Futtaim is the destination for you.
Role Purpose:
The Data Analytics Manager is responsible for handling the data analysis and database management for the Merchandising function in the country. The role holder is also responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on the performance of the function.
Role Details – Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Database Management
- Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases / data systems
- Work with management to prioritize business and information needs
- Compile and properly store all the data pertaining to Merchandising department
- Ensure consistency and efficiency in data
- Extract data in response to incoming data requests
- Suggest ways to increase the capacity and enhance the efficiency of the strategic databases
Merchandising Data
- Monitor sourcing data to ensure the objectives are achieved, analyse financial impact of price approach in view of overall history and inform relevant parties
- Work with management to prioritize business and information needs
- Develop and review vendors competitors pricing and provide it to the sourcing team
- Monitor specific merchandising processes, collect appropriate data and prepare the relevant reports
Category Comparison
- Monitor and analyse the sections / department profitability for the pricing strategy
- Assist strategic planning process with required quantitative and qualitative information
- Develop database and metrics to conduct comparative studies of all products in stores and products available in the market
Benchmarking and Reporting
- Conduct benchmarking studies based on the needs of the Merchandising department
- Post relevant data / information to management information systems
- Prepare periodical reports, analyze the efficiency of the planning and propose areas for improvement
System Management
- Identify and escalate system failures / problems and seek assistance immediately
- Implement the policies and procedures for effectively managing information systems
Human Capital Responsibilities
- Assist with the implementation of the performance management process by setting objectives, monitoring performance, and provide constructive feedback and provide inputs to senior management
- Provide mentorship for the purpose of developing a continuous talent pipeline for key roles
- Provide inputs on training needs and coordinate with the HC department to ensure facilitation of training requirements
- Develop and implement on the job-training for the team
- Provide inputs for the development of annual manpower plan
- Ensure the implementation of MAF Retail’s corporate policies and relevant procedures
Financial Responsibilities
- Ensure alignment of procedures in accordance with the Delegation of Authority (DOA)
- Assist in monitoring allocated budget to ensure compliance and highlight possible issues
- Provide inputs on the preparation of budget when necessary
- Provide inputs on cost reduction measures.
Definition of Success
- Timeliness and accuracy of reports
- Benchmarking reports that provide useful insights
- Identification of improvements for the merchandising function
- Improvements made to the database
- Prioritization of business and information needs
Personal Characteristics and Required Background:
Minimum Qualifications/education
- Bachelor’s Degree in field related to Database Management or Data Analytics
Minimum experience
- 5+ years of experience in a similar role
Skills
- Strong business communication and presentation skills
- Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers
- Experience in collecting and analyzing data
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1433796
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationDubai, United Arab Emirates
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EducationNot mentioned