Technology Integration & Business Enablement Lead - Automotive | Corporate Services | GTDP

Robinson & Co (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diversified group headquartered in Dubai is seeking a Technology Integration & Business Enablement Lead for Automotive. This role entails leading technology enablement for new business developments and market expansions. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of experience in IT delivery and business technology integration within large organizations. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills are essential for this role, promoting operational efficiency and compliance across all initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in IT delivery and business technology integration.
• In-depth knowledge of Automotive Retail and Distribution operations.
• Experience in project and portfolio management across technology domains.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology enablement for new business developments and market expansions.
• Ensure alignment of technology rollout with business objectives and operational efficiency.
• Drive standardization of the Automotive technology stack across existing businesses.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Influencing skills

Communication skills

Strategic mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or Business Systems

Job description

Technology Integration & Business Enablement Lead – Automotive | Corporate Services | GTDP

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world’s most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview Of The Role:

• The Technology Integration & Business Enablement Lead is responsible for leading the technology enablement of new business developments and market expansions within Al-Futtaim Automotive. This role ensures all new dealerships, brands, or acquisitions are supported by robust technology foundations aligning with business objectives and GTDP's target architecture. The role requires a strategic focus on standardization and scalability across the organization, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with security standards.

Technology Rollout and Integration

• Support Al-Futtaim Automotive's growth strategy through technology enablement of new business developments and M&As.
• Provide end-to-end accountability for technology rollout across all functions for establishing new dealerships, brands, and markets.
• Act as the primary technology interface for business development initiatives, ensuring alignment with the target technology landscape.
• Ensure new business cases and expansion plans include complete technology rollout plans integrated into business plans and budgets.
• Collaborate with Brand Managing Directors, Business Development teams, and GTDP delivery to ensure secure and compliant technology enablement.

Standardization and Efficiency

• Drive the rollout of the standard Automotive technology stack across all existing businesses as a strategic enabler of operational efficiency.
• Propose and establish new procedures for cross-functional coordination to ensure repeatable and efficient delivery.

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across senior business and IT leadership.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and deliver outcomes under time pressure.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, aligning diverse technical and business teams.
• Strategic mindset with focus on standardization, reusability, and long-term operational efficiency.

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or Business Systems.
• 8-12 years of experience in IT delivery, business technology integration, or enterprise transformation within large, multi-brand organizations.
• In-depth knowledge of Automotive Retail and Distribution operations, including dealership processes.
• Experience in project and portfolio management across multiple technology domains, including ERP, infrastructure, and digital platforms.
• Proven track record in leading technology enablement for business or market expansions, ideally within the Automotive sector.
• Experience in M&A due diligence and post-merger integration sections.