Business Strategy Analyst

Join the Team at ABYAT - Your Gateway to Retail Excellence!

About us

Are you ready to be part of the largest retail store in the Middle East ABYAT , spanning an impressive 22,000 square meters and offering over 22,000 products, is your one-stop destination for all things home improvement and more. From elegant tiles and captivating wallpapers to state-of-the-art lighting solutions and stylish kitchen fixtures, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse array of top-quality products under one roof.

Established locally with a vision for excellence, ABYAT has been setting benchmarks since its inception in September 2005. With an unwavering focus on our customers, we've crafted an experience that revolves around their needs, from our meticulously designed store layouts to our unparalleled service offerings.

Expanding beyond our roots in Kuwait, ABYAT is now making waves in Saudi Arabia and setting our sights on Qatar and the UAE. As we continue to grow, we're seeking passionate individuals to join our dynamic team and contribute to our journey of success.

Position: Business Strategy Analyst

Location: Kuwait

Type: Full-time

Job description:

Cross-Functional Project Facilitation

• Facilitate and coordinate company-wide improvement initiatives involving multiple departments.
• Support project leaders in defining scope, timelines, deliverables, and KPIs.
• Ensure progress tracking and timely reporting.

Strategic Alignment

• Ensure that improvement projects and departmental initiatives are aligned with corporate strategic priorities.
• Support management in project prioritization based on impact, resource availability, and business goals.

Duplication and Efficiency Control

• Review ongoing and proposed initiatives across departments to identify overlaps, redundancies, or conflicts.
• Recommend consolidation or reallocation to optimize efficiency.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports summarizing improvement progress, achievements, and impact on KPIs.
• Highlight risk areas and support decision-making at management level.

Process Excellence

• Support departments in documenting and enhancing key business processes.
• Facilitate workshops to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement using Lean methodologies.

Change Facilitation & Communication

• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement through structured communication and follow-up on initiatives.
• Support awareness and knowledge-sharing sessions related to operational excellence.

Governance Support

• Assist in maintaining the governance structure for improvement projects — tracking progress, ensuring consistency in methodology, and standardizing reporting templates.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Knowledge and Experience

• 4–5 years of experience in business process improvement, operational excellence, or strategy execution.
• Proven ability to facilitate cross-departmental initiatives and manage stakeholders at different levels.
• Understanding of Lean / Six Sigma principles, process mapping, and performance management systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, and coordination skills.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and project tracking tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Power BI, Asana).
• Experience in retail, supply chain, or manufacturing environments is preferred.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Certification or training in Lean / Six Sigma (Yellow or Green Belt) preferred.