Sr. Manager Special Projects & Performance - MENA

Employment: Full-time Experience level: Mid-Senior Level Job Description 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 Company Description 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.