SMP - Digital Solutions Analyst

???? Job Title: Digital Solutions Analyst

Location

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Digital Solutions Analyst to support the strategic goals of the D&IT Strategy & Investment Department. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in vendor management, digital solution evaluation, and the development of impactful strategies to harness cutting-edge technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage vendor relationships and procurement processes, including negotiation and contracting.
• Align digital procurement strategies with long-term strategic goals.
• Demonstrate expertise in emerging digital technologies (e.g., AI, blockchain, Quantum).
• Support business analysis efforts through process modeling, requirement gathering, and recommending digital solutions.
• Monitor and assess the impact of digital trends on industry landscapes.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, AI, Data Science, or related digital field
• Minimum 5+ years of combined experience in business development, technology commercialization, project management, and financial analysis
• Experience working in a global context

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent
• Certifications such as PMP, IMP, or relevant digital technology certifications
• Certified Design Thinking practitioner

Preferred Skills

• Strong proficiency in English
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Familiarity with intellectual property (IP) and technology transfer
• Ability to develop go-to-market strategies for digital products
• Experience evaluating commercial potential of IPs and structuring revenue-generating transactions