Lead Business Analyst

About noon

noon is the region's leading consumer commerce platform, designed to revolutionize online shopping in the Middle East. Since launching in 2017, noon has expanded its services across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt, with an ever-growing ecosystem that includes marketplaces for food delivery, quick commerce, fintech, and fashion. Our journey is only 5% complete, and we are committed to achieving our mission: Ring every doorbell, every day.

Role Overview

The Lead Business Analyst will take on a leadership role in defining and driving strategic business initiatives. This role involves setting the direction for business analysis, leading a team of analysts, and providing executive-level insights to support decision-making. The Lead Business Analyst will work closely with senior leadership to align business strategies with operational execution, ensuring the delivery of high-impact solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Define and lead the business analysis strategy, ensuring alignment with noon’s overall objectives.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of business analysts, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Executive Insights & Reporting: Provide high-level insights and recommendations to senior leadership, supporting strategic decision-making.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Drive collaboration across departments, ensuring alignment on project goals and delivering impactful outcomes.
• Process Optimization & Innovation: Lead efforts to identify and implement innovative solutions that drive operational efficiency and business growth.
• Project Oversight: Oversee major business initiatives, ensuring successful delivery and alignment with business priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Analytics, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in business analysis, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience leading and mentoring teams.
• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience working with executive teams and delivering high-level insights.
• Deep understanding of business processes and operational efficiency.
• Experience in the e-commerce or technology sector is highly preferred.