Planning Platform Engineer (BOARD) - Retail - Contractor

Landmark Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global retail conglomerate seeks an experienced Subject Matter Expert for BOARD Planning Platform to spearhead its transition from legacy systems. The role emphasizes enhancing operational efficiency through technology while collaborating with various teams to meet strategic goals and implement innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with BOARD Planning platform.
• Strong understanding of SaaS and data integration.
• Experience leading large-scale planning transformations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transformation from a legacy system to a modern planning platform.
• Drive platform transformation ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Act as liaison between implementation partners and internal teams.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Planning

Education

Advanced certifications in relevant technologies

Tools

BOARD Planning platform

Azure

AWS

GCP

Job description

Landmark Group, established in 1973 with a single store in Bahrain, has grown into a leading global retail and hospitality conglomerate. We operate over 2200 retail stores and outlets across the GCC, Middle East, India, Southeast Asia, and Africa, and are recognized as one of the GCC's largest omnichannel retailers and India's top home and fashion retailer.

Our brands, including Max, Splash, Babyshop, Centrepoint, Shoemart, Home Centre, Emax, Fitness First, and Fun City, have become household names, enriching lives across various categories.

As part of the Landmark Group, Landmark Digital is our digital arm based in Dubai, overseeing digital operations for eight brands and focusing on omnichannel growth. We are a team of over 700 professionals committed to delivering seamless digital experiences and expanding into new markets.

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced SME for BOARD Planning Platform to lead our transformation from a legacy system to a modern, multi-vertical planning platform, enhancing efficiency and agility within our group.

Job Description

• Serve as the SME for BOARD planning platform, providing deep knowledge of its architecture, tools, and best practices.
• Assist in defining the transformation roadmap and adapt quickly to the current planning ecosystem.
• Drive the platform transformation, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Act as the liaison between implementation partners and internal teams, ensuring requirements are met.
• Collaborate with tech teams to design a phased implementation plan.
• Validate technical aspects related to security, data integrity, reporting, and KPIs.
• Facilitate communication among engineering teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Work with cross-functional teams to translate processes to the BOARD platform.
• Advise on optimal platform usage for operational efficiency.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship throughout the migration.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements leveraging BOARD capabilities.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of experience with BOARD Planning platform and technology transformations.
• Strong understanding of SaaS concepts and data integration.
• Experience leading large-scale planning transformations.
• Knowledge of retail technologies and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Agile methodologies.
• Advanced certifications in relevant technologies are preferred.

Leadership Skills

• Planning and communication
• Stakeholder management
• Coaching and team leadership
• Process orientation and presentation skills

Join us at Landmark Digital, where innovation and growth are at the forefront of our digital retail revolution, supported by a vibrant culture and continuous learning environment.