Principal Product Manager - Cross-Border E-commerce MENA

Amazon UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the e-commerce sector is seeking a Principal Product Manager for the MENA region to drive the growth of their Global Store. This role includes defining market strategies, launching cross-border features, and managing a large PnL, requiring a blend of analytical skills and cultural fluency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in e-commerce and a strong understanding of MENA consumer behaviors.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in e-commerce or business development.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Arabic or Turkish is desirable.
• Experience leading large-scale product strategy with PnL responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and execution for Global Store initiatives across MENA.
• Define end-to-end product vision and roadmap.
• Collaborate with finance, engineering, and operations teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

Principal Product Manager - Cross-Border E-commerce MENA

Job Overview
As Principal Product Manager for MENA, you will be responsible for crafting and executing the roadmap for Amazon s Global Store business across key markets. You will define market entry strategies, develop regionally-tailored customer experiences, and collaborate closely with cross-border logistics, payments, and compliance teams to scale customer reach across the region.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the strategy and execution for Global Store initiatives across MENA with direct PnL responsibility for 100MM+ USD business lines
* Identify and address regional complexities such as payment behaviors, logistics, and regulations
* Define end-to-end product vision, roadmap, and prioritization, ensuring alignment with customer needs and business goals
* Launch and scale cross-border features tailored to Arabic-speaking and Turkish-speaking consumer bases
* Collaborate with regional and global teams across finance, engineering, design, legal, and operations
* Monitor KPIs, customer metrics, and growth benchmarks to guide innovation and expansion strategies
* Act as a key influencer across Amazon s global marketplace teams and executive stakeholders

Required Skills and Experience

* 10+ years of product or program management in e-commerce, technology, or business development
* Deep understanding of MENA consumer preferences, regulatory environment, and cross-border commerce
* Proven experience leading large-scale product strategy, owning PnL, and delivering business impact
* Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and execution skills in fast-paced markets
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills with a global mindset and cultural fluency
* Bachelor s degree required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred
* Fluent in English; Arabic or Turkish language proficiency is highly desirable

Preferred Qualifications

* Hands-on experience in owning and delivering technology products
* Experience blending product strategy with operational process improvements
* Successful track record of launching regional e-commerce features in GCC or North Africa

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