Job Requisition ID: 171044
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
As a New Business Models & Growth Manager at Al-Futtaim Automotive, you will be instrumental in driving innovation and strategic growth in the rapidly evolving mobility and automotive landscape. This role is focused on identifying, analyzing, and developing new business opportunities through market research, financial modelling, partnerships, and incubation. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external industry experts, you will help shape the future of mobility by delivering actionable strategies and driving key growth initiatives
- Conduct comprehensive research and analysis on emerging trends, consumer behaviors, and disruptive business models in the automotive and mobility sectors.
- Evaluate market opportunities and develop strategic recommendations based on business intelligence and industry data.
- Create compelling reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting opportunities, business cases, and innovation strategies.
- Engage with external partners including industry leaders, suppliers, and startups to stay abreast of mobility trends and build a robust innovation pipeline.
- Support the development of financial models and investment cases for new ventures, partnerships, or acquisitions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across departments to refine concepts and accelerate go-to-market efforts.
- Assist in due diligence processes, ensuring alignment with commercial, technical, legal, and financial considerations.
- Actively contribute to thought leadership by sharing insights and market trends with internal teams and executive leadership
Required skills to be successful
- 5+ years of experience in strategy consulting, new business development, OEM/startup environments, or automotive/technology sectors.
- Strong experience in market research, opportunity evaluation, and business case development.
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated understanding of mobility trends, emerging automotive technologies, and disruptive business models.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Experience with agile methodology and working in fast-paced, cross-functional environments is preferred
About the team
You will join the New Business & Acceleration division within Al-Futtaim Automotive, collaborating with a high-performing team of strategists and innovators. The team operates with a start-up mindset, focused on designing and launching new business models that support the company’s growth vision. Together, we aim to grow the business through partnerships, and transformative initiatives that lead the future of mobility
- University degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related field; MBA is a plus.
- Proven ability to support from concept through execution with minimal oversight.
- High attention to detail and a results-driven mindset.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across levels.
- Passion for automotive innovation and technology.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while delivering high-quality outputs.
- Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic and evolving business environment.
About Al-Futtaim Automotive
A major division of the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, Al-Futtaim Automotive is an industry leader with presence in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
Our core business activities at Al-Futtaim Automotive include distribution, manufacturing, leasing and aftersales, and we are firmly established as the regional representative of some of the world’s most iconic automotive brands: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Volvo and RAM.
We are driven by a customer-centric approach, constantly pushing the boundaries on innovation, quality standards, and value-added service across our vast universe of customers - right from motoring enthusiasts to fleet operators to contractors. Our mission is to become the leader in custom-made mobility solutions by delivering nothing less than world-class omni-channel experiences.
We channel our local expertise and global trust to deliver one of the most comprehensive portfolios of mobility products and solutions, from passenger cars to SUVs, electric vehicles to high-performance motorbikes, commercial vehicles to industrial & construction equipment.
What keeps the company moving forward is a 9000-member strong team, with inspiring possibilities for growth, throughout the career path. This is Al-Futtaim Automotive and we empower talent to move forward.