Business Models & Growth Manager Al Futtaim Automotive

Al-Futtaim Group is currently seeking an experienced and qualified individual to take on the role of a New Business Models & Growth Manager in Dubai. The selected candidate will will play a pivotal role in analysing market trends, evaluating potential investments, and contributing to the development of innovative strategies in the dynamic mobility sector, together with the Senior Managers in the Team, the New Business & Growth Analyst assists in creating business concepts and conducting thorough market research to sharpen future in the automotive space alongside ever-changing mobility landscape. 

Duties of A New Business Models & Growth Manager

• Conduct thorough research to understand shifting consumer behaviours, technological trends, and emerging business models in the automotive and mobility sectors.
• Gather business intelligence from a variety of sources including company data, industry and field reports, public information, or purchased sources.
• Compile business intelligence or trends to support actionable recommendations.
• Create clear and concise reports and presentations to communicate research findings and recommendations to senior management and other stakeholders with proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• Develop comprehensive analyses of target markets.
• Utilize industry data to evaluate potential partnerships, acquisitions, and business model innovations.
• Engage with start-up founders, suppliers, manufacturers, and industry experts to stay informed about mobility trends and innovation.
• Develop presentations and reports to effectively communicate investment opportunities to the Investment Committee and Executive Board.
• Become a thought leader in the mobility space by sharing insights and trends with internal teams.
• Work on multiple projects in-parallel and project manage ongoing projects, and coordinate with internal stakeholders across multiple departments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify new opportunities for growth and innovation.
• Work with the finance department to create and refine financial models to assess investment opportunities, considering factors like revenue projections, cost structures, and potential return on investment.
• Work closely with teams to refine business concepts and model their financial viability.
• Develop business cases that outline the strategic fit of opportunities, aligning with industry trends and Al-Futtaim’s overarching automotive strategy.
• Support due diligence efforts for potential ventures, analyzing technical, commercial, financial, legal, and tax aspects.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather necessary information and data for thorough assessments.
• Assist in the preparation of transaction documentation, including Term Sheets, Distribution Agreements, Joint Ventures, and Share Purchase Agreements, with guidance from Legal and external advisors.

Requirements for Role of New Business Models & Growth Manager

The eligibility requirements for role of New Business Models & Growth Manager are as under:

• Business, Finance or Engineering University Degree.
• 5 year+ experience in strategy consultant, new business, OEM, start-ups and product or service development within the Automotive or Technology industry.
• Experience in Business strategy.

Skills & Knowledge Desired

• Familiarity with mobility trends, automotive start-ups, and disruptive technologies is advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with complex data sets.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and business case development.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex ideas effectively.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Experience or understanding of agile methodologies is a plus.
• Openness to collaborate with diverse teams and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills.

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