VP, Digital Marketplace & AI Platform Strategy

مجموعة موانئ أبوظب

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 400,000 - 900,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Abu Dhabi Ports Group is seeking a Head of Digital Strategy for Abu Dhabi Food Hub (ADFH). Lead a three-horizon roadmap spanning smart operations, a digital marketplace, and an AI-powered regional platform while guiding platform partnerships and technology vendor relationships.

Responsibilities include defining product strategy for B2B enablement, AI capabilities, data architecture, and ERP/CRM integration. Drive RFPs, cross-functional alignment, and launch readiness through Oct 2026 and beyond.

Qualifications

Stakeholder management and executive communication are essential.
Ability to influence in matrix organizations without direct authority.
Experience coordinating across Commercial, Operations and Technology teams.
Strong project management to handle aggressive timelines and priorities.
Balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution.
Deep experience with digital marketplaces or B2B platforms.
Background in food & beverage, FMCG, supply chain or logistics.
Familiarity with AI/ML in supply chain, forecasting or analytics.
Experience with trade platforms, logistics tech, or distribution systems.

Responsibilities

Define and execute digital marketplace product strategy, including B2B enablement, tenant services and value-added services.
Drive development of AI-powered capabilities including demand forecasting, predictive analytics, and intelligent supply chain optimization.
Establish data architecture foundation to support advanced analytics and future AI capabilities.
Manage integration with Abu Dhabi Trade & Logistics Platform (ATLP) and other government systems.
Define feature roadmaps, prioritization frameworks, and MVP scoping for iterative platform releases.
Oversee completion of Phase I technology systems (CRM, ERP, access management) with July 2026 go-live deadline.
Manage technology gap assessment and procurement planning for identified system needs.
Coordinate integration assessments between KEZAD Group infrastructure and new ADFH requirements.
Lead RFP processes and vendor selection for new technology platforms and services.
Ensure seamless coordination between technology implementation and physical facility readiness for October 2026 launch.
Own ongoing digital marketplace platform evolution and feature releases after October 2026 launch.
Monitor platform performance, user adoption metrics, and business outcomes.
Drive continuous improvement of tenant experience and digital service offerings.
Manage evolution from Horizon 1 to Horizon 3 and build a scalable product team.