Delivery Hero (talabat)Sr. Manager Special Projects & Performance - MENA
Delivery Hero (talabat) is hiring a Sr. Manager Special Projects & Performance - MENA in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Level rates it ; you can apply on Delivery Hero (talabat).
Level's read on this job
- On Level's scale, this role is Uses AI ●●○○: an ordinary role that requires AI tools.
- Tools and skills the posting cites include AI Tools, data analytics and p l management.
- Level classifies it as a senior role.
- Level lists 904 other open roles at Delivery Hero (talabat).
- The role was posted within the past week.
AI in this role
Drive Q-commerce performance, analytics, P&L management, and AI-powered operational improvements across MENA.
Talabat is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in around 65 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.
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
How we rate this
Sr. Manager Special Projects & Performance - MENA at Delivery Hero (talabat) rates 40 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Uses AI (AI Level 2 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Uses AI. An ordinary role that requires AI tools.
- ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
- ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
- ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
- ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39
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- Tell me about a project where data analytics was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where p l management was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where q commerce was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where strategic planning was part of your work. What did you do?
- Walk me through how you've used AI Tools in your day-to-day work.
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- List these exact terms on your resume: Data Analytics, P L Management, Q Commerce, Strategic Planning, and AI Tools. An applicant tracking system matches the wording, not the idea.
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- Put the AI tool in a bullet point about what you did, not just in a skills list. This role treats it as a required part of the job.
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