Manager Product Delivery - Dnata Travel

Emirates; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company is seeking a 'Manager Product Delivery - dnata Travel' in Dubai. The role involves managing product and delivery teams to deliver high-quality solutions while overseeing product lifecycle, budget management, and team development. Candidates should possess strong experience in project and program management within technology delivery, demonstrating a capacity for leadership in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in product, program, and project management.
• Proven track record in technology product delivery at scale.
• Large-scale people management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee product lifecycle from concept to launch and beyond.
• Lead technical product, delivery, and solution architecture.
• Develop IT budgets and manage cross-functional teams.

Skills

Product Management

Program Management

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Agile Methodology

Education

Certification in Project Management (e.g., SAFe, PMI)

Tools

Jira

PPM tools

Job description

Job Purpose

At Emirates, we believe in connecting the world through our global hub in Dubai and in constantly innovating to ensure our customers Fly Better.

Emirates Group IT thrives on the dynamic nature of technology. As pioneers in aviation innovation, we are always at the forefront, pushing boundaries. We are looking for exceptional IT professionals to strengthen our position as industry leaders. Join our cutting-edge information and technology team as Manager Product Delivery - dnata Travel.

As Manager Product Delivery - dnata Travel, you will manage the product and delivery teams to define, deliver, and operate high-quality products and solutions that meet customer needs and expectations. You will oversee the product portfolio lifecycle from concept to ongoing service management. Developing and maintaining product roadmaps aligned with business goals and customer requirements, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful project delivery, product launches, and improvements.

In This Role, You Will

• Product-oriented solution management: Oversee the lifecycle of all products from concept to launch and beyond. Collaborate with stakeholders to define product vision, strategy, and roadmap. Prioritize features and enhancements based on business needs, ensuring continuous innovation.
• Product and solution design and delivery: Lead technical product, delivery, and solution architecture resources to define features, design solutions, and implement them on time and within budget. Provide guidance to engineering teams to ensure products meet specifications with quality built-in.
• Delivery-focused accountability: Responsible for end-to-end product and solution delivery. Manage demand and scope across the portfolio, including roadmaps and technical health. Engage with stakeholders to understand needs, gather feedback, and ensure timely delivery within scope, schedule, and budget. Manage issues and risks to ensure successful outcomes.
• Data-driven management and improvement: Use metrics to monitor performance and inform roadmaps, enhancements, and service improvements. Collaborate with engineering, quality, and service teams to improve product health.
• Investment planning and relationship management: Support long-term investment strategies and capture business needs. Manage relationships with business units to fulfill product and technology demands. Advise stakeholders on investment plans and technical roadmaps to achieve business value and scalability.
• Budget management: Develop and manage the IT budget, forecast financial requirements, allocate resources, and adjust as needed. Collaborate on business cases and oversee product budgets throughout their lifecycle.
• Building high-performance teams: Manage cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget. Coach and develop team members, establishing objectives and development plans.
• Supplier relationship management: Maintain strong relationships with strategic external partners and subcontractors. Manage suppliers to meet obligations, milestones, and service levels as per agreements.

Qualifications

To qualify, you should have:

• 10+ years of experience in:
• Product, Program & Project Management, ideally with certification (e.g., SAFe, PMI).
• Proven experience in technology product delivery at scale across multiple business models.
• Large-scale people management experience.
• Stakeholder management and coaching skills.
• Proficiency in Agile, design thinking, project management tools (e.g., Jira, PPM), process improvement methodologies, and vendor management.

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