Group Director - Strategy & Technology Operations

The Group Director – Strategy & Tech Operations is responsible for driving execution effectiveness, organizational performance, and strategic alignment across the Logistics Technology function. The role ensures that business priorities are translated into clear outcomes, leadership operates with data-driven insights, and cross-functional teams are aligned to deliver measurable value. Acting as the central integrator across Product, Engineering, Finance, HR, and enterprise functions, this role focuses on improving decision quality, removing organizational friction, and enabling consistent delivery of business outcomes — without owning project management or PMO functions.

Responsibilities

• Translate business and technology strategy into clear, outcome-driven execution priorities
• Ensure all major initiatives are aligned to measurable business value (revenue, cost, CX, efficiency)
• Establish a single, executive-level view of performance across Logistics Technology
• Synthesize inputs from Product, Engineering, and PMO into actionable insights for leadership
• Align Product, Engineering, Architecture, Finance, HR, and PMO to operate as an integrated system
• Drive financial rigor across budgeting, forecasting, and cost management
• Run the leadership operating rhythm (business reviews, performance discussions, strategic forums)
• Identify structural inefficiencies and improvement opportunities across the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or related field
• MBA or equivalent preferred

Experience

• 12–18 years in strategy, operations, or transformation roles within technology organizations
• Experience working in large, complex, global environments
• Proven ability to operate at executive level (CIO/CTO/EVP interface)

Core Skills

• Strong understanding of product, engineering, and technology operating models
• Financial acumen (budgeting, forecasting, cost management)
• Strategic planning and execution alignment
• Strong executive presence and ability to influence without authority
• Ability to operate in ambiguity and drive clarity

Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates