Sr. Specialist Strategy

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Talabat is seeking a Senior Analyst in Strategy to join a small, multicultural team of ex‑consultants and industry veterans in Dubai. The role focuses on measuring the growth of new ventures, shaping data‑driven initiatives, improving reporting for faster decisions, and partnering with sales, operations, marketing and technology to drive sustainable expansion while briefing senior leadership. Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years in strategy within food delivery, e‑commerce, or consulting, a proven ability to structure problems and translate data into actionable insights, plus experience in market analysis and cross‑functional delivery; SQL and data visualization skills are a plus. To apply, tailor your resume to show measurable impact, demonstrate collaboration across teams, and convey comfort with fast changing environments while researching talabat’s growth agenda and the City Walk workspace.

Company Description

Since launching in Kuwait in 2004, talabat, the leading on-demand food and Q-commerce app for everyday deliveries, has been offering convenience and reliability to its customers. talabat’s local roots run deep, offering a real understanding of the needs of the communities we serve in eight countries across the region.

We harness innovative technology and knowledge to simplify everyday life for our customers, optimize operations for our restaurants and local shops, and provide our riders with reliable earning opportunities daily.

Here at talabat, we are building a high-performance culture through engaged workforce and growing talent density. We're all about keeping it real and making a difference. Our 6,000+ strong talabaty are on an awesome mission to spread positive vibes. We are proud to be a multi-great place to work award winner.

Job Description

The strategy team within talabat is a small, multicultural team of ex-consultants and industry veterans. As a Senior Analyst, you will work on a wide range of high-priority projects. In this role, you will get to work on challenging business and analytical problems - where to grow, how to grow, how is a strategic initiative performing, and providing data-driven feedback on the direction of the initiative. 

Working with stakeholders from different parts of the business, you can expect exposure to different aspects of talabat and interact with the senior leadership at talabat.

Maint tasks:

• Analyze and measure the strategic growth of our new ventures projects.

• Work with the team to implement innovative strategies to drive the success of new business opportunities, define success metrics and identify new paths of growth..

• Improve reporting and data visibility for faster and more effective decision-making, keeping up with the dynamic and fast nature of talabat operations to always provide the best solutions.

• Provide reliable and comprehensible data-backed assessment on the performance of initiatives and direction in terms of sustainable growth.

• Work alongside a team of professionals in a collaborative environment and support the team's overall growth.

• Work under fast-paced conditions, with the ability to adapt to changing business requirements.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of professional experience in a strategy role within the food delivery, e-commerce, or management consulting industries 

• Strong track record of problem-solving, including structuring problems, performing detailed analysis, and translating data into actionable insights.

• Strong track record of developing and implementing successful strategic initiatives.

• Demonstrated experience in market analysis, competitive intelligence, and business planning.

• Strong analytical and communication skills (both verbal and written) – comfortable with PowerPoint and Excel And/ Or Google Slides/ Sheets.

• Experience working closely with teams across the organization, including Sales, Operations, Marketing, and Technology, to ensure alignment and successful execution of strategic initiatives.

• Experience with SQL and visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Looker, etc. is a good to have

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