17 Decision Making jobs in Dubai
Strategic Finance Leader – Data-Driven Decision Making
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The role of a Financial Planning Analyst is to drive strategic planning and performance management in a fast-growing IT distribution business. This position will play a critical part in driving financial insight across multiple vendors, product lines, and regions, enabling data-driven decision-making at all levels of the organization.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead the annual budgeting process across all business units and departments.
- Manage rolling forecasts for revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, and cash flow.
- Build robust financial models to evaluate revenue, cost of goods sold (COGS), and profitability by vendor, SKU, region, and channel.
- Analyze gross margin and profitability by product category, vendor, and customer segment.
- Track and interpret sales vs. forecast and identify root causes of performance variances.
- Support pricing strategy, promotional campaigns, and discount impact analysis.
- Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and KPI scorecards for real-time visibility.
- Prepare monthly business review decks and performance reports for senior leadership and board-level meetings.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A degree in finance or a related field (CA / ACCA / CIMA / MBA).
- 5–10 years of experience in FP&A, financial modeling, and business analytics.
- Power BI certification is a strong plus.
- Experience in IT distribution or trading is preferred.
- Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and data visualization.
- Ability to translate complex financial data into clear business insights.
- Experience in developing annual operating and capital budgets aligned with corporate strategy.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Self-driven, organized, and capable of working both independently and in teams.
This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing company with a talented team.
About Application ProcessIf you meet the criteria and are enthusiastic about the role, we welcome your application.
Academic Leader in Data Driven Decision Making
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The role of Adjunct Lecturer in Business Analytics requires an academic and/or practitioner with in-depth knowledge of business analytics, data science, statistics, and related fields.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the development and review of curricula and programmes through liaison with colleagues in Dubai and London.
- Ensure the curriculum is at the forefront of knowledge and reflects the latest research insights and materials.
- Develop innovative approaches to learning and teaching, including coaching and developing others in teaching methods and practice.
- Deliver high-quality teaching to students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Liaise closely with teaching, technical, and administrative staff to ensure a quality teaching and learning environment.
- Postgraduate qualifications in Business Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis tools and software such as R, Python, SAS, or SPSS.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools like Power BI and Tableau.
- Knowledge of database querying languages like SQL.
- Evidence of competence in the fields mentioned above and a track record of research outputs, normally of high international standing.
Effective Data Analysis for Management Decision Making
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This 5-day course focuses on leveraging data analytics as a decision support tool in management. Data analytics is increasingly being used by professionals to make informed business decisions.
- Explore the applications of data analytics in management practice
- Leverage statistical evidence and integrate quantitative reasoning into decision making
- Promote confidence in using evidence-based information
- Explain the scope and structure of data analytics
- Apply cross-sectional data analytics techniques
- Interpret and critically assess statistical evidence
- Identify relevant applications of data analytics in practice
- Management support professionals
- Data analysts regularly encountering data/analytical information
- Professionals seeking to derive greater decision-making value from data analytics
Key Skills:
- Ability to interpret statistical evidence
- Integration of quantitative reasoning into decision making
- Appreciation of data analytics applications in management
Benefits:
- Improved decision-making skills through data-driven insights
- Enhanced understanding of data analytics in management
- Increased confidence in using evidence-based information
Expert Planner: Drive Business Growth Through Strategic Decision Making
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The role involves shaping and delivering planning solutions in complex, global environments—bridging the gap between business stakeholders and technical teams.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of planning solutions ensuring alignment with business needs and industry best practices.
- 15+ years of experience in data analytics with strong solution architecture and delivery background.
- Deep expertise in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) for Planning – must have led at least 2 full-cycle implementations.
- Strong understanding of enterprise planning processes and financial modelling.
- Ability to work in agile, fast-paced environments with cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the delivery of high-quality planning solutions that meet customer needs. This will involve working closely with internal stakeholders to define project requirements and develop effective solutions.
What We Offer- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
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Ollie
Strategic Planning
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The Strategy and Future Department is seeking a Strategic Planning & Performance Management Manager who will be responsible for implementing the Strategic Planning and Performance Management related activities including the development of strategic plans oversight of performance metrics and execution of scenario planning initiatives to ensure institutional alignment proactive decision-making and long-term strategic impact in line with the Universitys institutional priorities objectives governance frameworks and quality standards.
Responsibilities- Develop and implement institutional strategic plans in line with national priorities and the Universitys objectives.
- Develop and regularly update strategic financial models with different scenarios in line with the strategic plan.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain alignment and seamless execution of strategic initiatives.
- Engage with the concerned internal and external stakeholders to align decision-making processes with strategic governance frameworks.
- Conduct scenario planning and long-term foresight initiatives to proactively identify institutional challenges and strategic opportunities.
- Execute strategic projects while ensuring timely delivery adherence to scope and alignment of the same with institutional quality standards.
- Provide strategic advice and recommendations to senior leadership leveraging performance insights trend analysis and emerging strategic developments.
- Monitor performance metrics including key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess institutional progress against strategic objectives.
- Prepare and deliver performance reports to summarize progress insights and recommendations for institutional application.
- Perform ad-hoc activities related to the job duties as required by the direct supervisor.
- Masters degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience and at least 6 years in a managerial position.
- PhD with a minimum of 8 years of experience and at least 4 years in a managerial position.
- Certification in a relevant field is preferred.
Other Essential Requirements:
- Certification in a relevant field is preferred.
- Fluency in Arabic & English
- Ability to travel between Abu Dhabi and Dubai
Desired or preferred requirements:
- Experience working in the academic environment.
The Universitys benefits package is highly attractive with competitive salaries free of tax in the U.A.E. cash housing annual vacation airline tickets for the employee and immediate family educational subsidies for children and healthcare is provided to the employee and sponsored family members.
While we appreciate all applications you will be contacted only if selected for an interview.
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Strategic Planning Consultant
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We are seeking an experienced Functional Consultant to support the configuration and delivery of strategic planning capabilities across the organization. The role will focus on company-wide planning alignment using the Delmia Quintiq platform.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of strategic planning, KPIs, and enterprise collaboration, as well as hands-on experience with Delmia Quintiq's company planning features.
Main Responsibilities
- Define and configure company-level planning modules in Delmia Quintiq.
- Align planning processes across business units and geographies.
- Support planning cycles for budgeting, resource allocation, and S&OP.
- Document functional requirements and provide end-user training.
- Support business decision-making with planning data and analytics.
Qualifications
- Degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field.
- Hands-on experience with Delmia Quintiq's company planning features.
- Understanding of strategic planning, KPIs, and enterprise collaboration.
- Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills in remote settings.
About This Role
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a cutting-edge planning platform and contribute to the success of our organization. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for planning and process improvement, we encourage you to apply.
Strategic Planning Analyst
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We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Strategic Planning Analyst . In this role, you will be responsible for supporting clients in end-to-end project development and implementation. This will involve working within a project team to analyze research results, manage portions of projects, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality project outputs.
Key Responsibilities- Project Management: Manage the quality and timeliness of project deliverables, delegate project tasks to junior staff, and ensure deadlines are met.
- Research Analysis: Perform rigorous financial, business case, statistical, and other quantitative analyses to support client recommendations.
- Client Support: Provide expert advice and guidance to clients on strategic planning and project management best practices.
- A minimum of 1-3 years of relevant industry or functional work experience in strategy, project management, organizational restructuring/transformation, operations, information technology, finance, or public policy.
- A Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in mathematics, business, finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field.
- Superior creative problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills.
- Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous projects with demanding deadlines.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in MS applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, and Access.
- Written and spoken proficiency in English, bilingual English and Arabic proficiency is preferred.
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
How to ApplyIf you are a motivated and experienced individual looking for a challenging and rewarding role, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to (insert contact information).
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Audit Director - Strategic Planning
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Career Opportunities in Strategic Planning
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Business Analyst - Strategy & Transformation
We are seeking a detail-driven and analytical Business Analyst to join our dynamic team in Dubai. As a Business Analyst, you will work closely with experienced consultants who will mentor and guide you through various projects.
This role requires strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, be an innovative thinker, and possess exceptional collaboration skills.
As a Business Analyst, your key responsibilities will include conducting thorough research, analyzing complex data, synthesizing findings into clear reports, and participating in client meetings and internal team discussions.
Our company offers a comprehensive training program that provides clear guidelines for career advancement and fosters exceptional performance.
Drive Change Through Strategic Planning
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Tahseen Consulting is seeking a skilled Business Analyst to contribute to our mission of making a change in the world. If you are passionate about strategic planning and have experience in project management, we want to hear from you.
A Business Analyst will take responsibility for part of the problem-solving process for each client engagement. They will structure and perform analysis and conduct primary research to uncover insights that support recommendations to clients. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying information sources, gathering and interpreting data, and presenting their findings to project team members. As they become stronger contributors to their teams, they will gain more client contact and broader strategic development responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities- Support clients in end-to-end project development and implementation
- Perform rigorous financial, business case, statistical, and other quantitative analyses
- Analyze research results and manage portions of projects
- Manage project deliverables, delegate tasks to junior staff, and ensure deadlines are met
- Participate in marketing activities, including whitepapers, proposals, and capability briefings
- 1-3 years of relevant industry or functional work experience in strategy or strategic planning, project management, organizational restructuring/transformation, operations or information technology, finance, or public policy
- Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Mathematics, Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics, or a related field
- Superior creative problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills
- Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects with demanding deadlines
- Effective communication skills with an ability to share and synthesize knowledge
- Knowledge of MS applications (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, Access)
- Written and spoken proficiency in English, bilingual English and Arabic proficiency preferred
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of strategic planning and project management principles. They will be able to demonstrate superior creative problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills. Additionally, they will have effective communication skills and the ability to share and synthesize knowledge. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter and can manage multiple projects simultaneously.
OthersPlease confirm that you meet the minimum requirements before applying. This includes having over 3 years of work experience in strategy or strategic planning, project management, organizational restructuring/transformation, operations or information technology, finance, or public policy. You should also be able to demonstrate superior creative problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills. Furthermore, you should have effective communication skills and the ability to share and synthesize knowledge.