Data Manager

Data & AI Manager

Position Title: Data & AI Manager (Retail Industry)

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Data & AI Manager to lead our data and artificial intelligence strategy — driving smarter decisions, stronger performance, and enhanced customer experiences across our retail operations.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining, executing, and evolving our data and AI roadmap, ensuring data-driven transformation and measurable business impact.

You will play a critical role in shaping how data and AI power our organization, leading teams, projects, and technologies that connect insight to action.

Key Responsibilities:

Data & AI Strategy

• Define and execute the company’s Data & AI strategy in alignment with business goals.
• Lead enterprise-wide initiatives in data analytics, forecasting, personalization, and process automation.

Data Architecture & Engineering

• Build and maintain robust data pipelines, warehouses, and analytics platforms.
• Oversee the design and deployment of dashboards and machine learning models that drive strategic decisions.

Collaboration & Business Alignment

• Partner with cross-functional teams — including sales, supply chain, marketing, and eCommerce — to translate data into actionable insights.
• Ensure data governance, quality, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor a cross-functional Data & AI team of analysts, engineers, and data scientists.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.

Performance & Optimization

• Monitor performance of AI solutions and analytical models to ensure accuracy and business value.
• Identify opportunities for automation, optimization, and smarter decision-making across business processes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in data, analytics, or AI, with at least 3–4 years in a leadership role.
• Strong technical expertise in data platforms, MLOps, and cloud technologies (Azure and/or GCP).
• Solid understanding of retail operations and enterprise systems (ERP, CRM, POS, Supply Chain, or eCommerce).
• Proven ability to lead data-driven transformation and communicate insights to senior leadership.
• Strategic mindset with hands-on problem-solving and leadership skills.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to lead the Data & AI strategy for one of the region’s leading retail organizations.

You’ll be part of an ambitious digital transformation journey, working with cutting-edge technologies and a dynamic, collaborative team that values innovation and impact.

We offer a competitive package, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to shape the future of retail through data and AI.

If you’re passionate about harnessing data to drive change — we’d love to hear from you