Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim is one of the most progressive regional family business houses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Data Analytics Lead

Al-Futtaim Group is seeking an experienced Data Analytics Lead to drive advanced analytics and business intelligence across multiple lines of business. This strategic leadership role is responsible for shaping scalable BI and data-driven initiatives while aligning with the organization’s transformation roadmap and business objectives.

Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Information Technology and Services
Function: Data Analysis
Salary: AED 35,000 – AED 45,000 per month (estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the design, implementation, and delivery of enterprise-wide analytics and BI solutions
* Collaborate with senior stakeholders to translate business processes into analytical solutions
* Deliver large-scale data transformation programs using cloud-based technologies, especially Azure
* Define and oversee the development of robust data models, visual dashboards, and predictive insights
* Manage BI tools and platforms including Power BI, Databricks, SAP BI, Tableau, Alteryx, and others
* Guide internal and external engineering teams for timely and high-quality project delivery
* Promote data governance, Lakehouse architecture, and security best practices across platforms
* Utilize Python, SQL, and PySpark for advanced data pipeline development and data manipulation
* Generate insights from complex and unstructured datasets to support business decisions

Requirements

Education and Experience

* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
* SAP and Azure certifications are highly desirable
* Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in Data Analytics and BI
* At least 12 years in data-centric delivery roles and 5 years managing cloud-based analytics initiatives
* Proven experience working across Retail, Automotive, Healthcare, Finance, and Corporate domains

Skills

* Advanced knowledge of relational and non-relational database systems
* Expertise in analytics tools and platforms (Power BI, Azure Synapse, Databricks, SAP BI, etc.)
* Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
* Excellent problem-solving, presentation, and data storytelling abilities
* Ability to lead cross-functional agile teams and manage transformation programs

What We Offer

* Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
* Opportunity to lead critical data transformation across multiple industries
* Career development in a technologically advanced and dynamic business group
* Exposure to global best practices and diverse data ecosystems
* Supportive team environment under a visionary leadership structure

About the company

Al-Futtaim Group is a leading privately owned business conglomerate headquartered in Dubai. Operating across 20+ countries, the group partners with over 200 globally renowned brands and operates in sectors including automotive, retail, real estate, finance, and healthcare. With a focus on innovation and operational excellence, Al-Futtaim continues to lead with its customer-first mindset and commitment to sustainable growth.

Job Title Data Analytics Lead Job Description Data Analytics Lead Al-Futtaim Group is seeking an experienced Data Analytics Lead to drive advanced analytics and business intelligence across multiple lines of business. This strategic leadership role is responsible for shaping scalable BI and data-driven initiatives while aligning with the organization’s transformation roadmap and business objectives. Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Information Technology and Services Function: Data Analysis Salary: AED 35,000 – AED 45,000 per month (estimated) Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Candidate Current Location: Any Key Responsibilities * Lead the design, implementation, and delivery of enterprise-wide analytics and BI solutions * Collaborate with senior stakeholders to translate business processes into analytical solutions * Deliver large-scale data transformation programs using cloud-based technologies, especially Azure * Define and oversee the development of robust data models, visual dashboards, and predictive insights * Manage BI tools and platforms including Power BI, Databricks, SAP BI, Tableau, Alteryx, and others * Guide internal and external engineering teams for timely and high-quality project delivery * Promote data governance, Lakehouse architecture, and security best practices across platforms * Utilize Python, SQL, and PySpark for advanced data pipeline development and data manipulation * Generate insights from complex and unstructured datasets to support business decisions Requirements Education and Experience * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field * SAP and Azure certifications are highly desirable * Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in Data Analytics and BI * At least 12 years in data-centric delivery roles and 5 years managing cloud-based analytics initiatives * Proven experience working across Retail, Automotive, Healthcare, Finance, and Corporate domains Skills * Advanced knowledge of relational and non-relational database systems * Expertise in analytics tools and platforms (Power BI, Azure Synapse, Databricks, SAP BI, etc.) * Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities * Excellent problem-solving, presentation, and data storytelling abilities * Ability to lead cross-functional agile teams and manage transformation programs What We Offer * Competitive salary with performance-based incentives * Opportunity to lead critical data transformation across multiple industries * Career development in a technologically advanced and dynamic business group * Exposure to global best practices and diverse data ecosystems * Supportive team environment under a visionary leadership structure About the company Al-Futtaim Group is a leading privately owned business conglomerate headquartered in Dubai. Operating across 20+ countries, the group partners with over 200 globally renowned brands and operates in sectors including automotive, retail, real estate, finance, and healthcare. With a focus on innovation and operational excellence, Al-Futtaim continues to lead with its customer-first mindset and commitment to sustainable growth. Post Details

Job Start Date Salary from 35000.00 Salary to 45000.00 Number of Vacancies 1 Location Job Location -> UAE Dubai Location City Dubai

Desired Candidate's Profile Gender No Preference Nationality Candidate Current Location Job Classification Job Type Job Type -> Full-time Industry Type Job Industry -> Information Services Job Function Job Functions -> Analyst Employers Details Company AlFuttaim Contact Person Al Futtaim Designation HR Manager Telephone +201000680746 Email asmaa.elattaralfuttaim.ae