Analytics Manager | Retail | UAE

Job Requisition ID: 173388 

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 A”rab 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 organisation 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

Lead Retail HR reporting and people analytics by building automated dashboards, delivering accurate KPIs, and driving data-led decisions. You’ll manage the HR MIS, ensure data integrity, and provide clear visibility to leadership and cross-functional teams.

What you will do:

Manpower & Cost Visibility

• Develop methodologies to track total employee cost.
• Deliver accurate headcount and manpower dashboards supporting budgeting, forecasting, and workforce planning.

People Analytics & Reporting

• Own all recurring and ad-hoc reporting for Retail HR.
• Build, enhance, and automate dashboards (Tableau/Power BI).
• Act as the central point for analytics requests across HR and business stakeholders.

HR Process Support

• Provide data and analysis for org design, benchmarking, engagement, learning needs, salary review and bonus cycles.
• Ensure base data accuracy and apply correct calculations for annual cycles.

Data Governance & Accuracy

• Improve data quality across HRIS in partnership with HR Operations.
• Maintain HRIS tables, codes, system logic, and data structures to support reporting consistency.

Advanced Data Analysis

• Conduct deep-dive analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Convert business needs into analytical models, KPIs, and clear insights.

Process Improvement

• Re-engineer HR processes to improve efficiency and automation.
• Document and streamline workflows, ensuring scalability and alignment with Retail needs.

Business Partnering

• Collaborate with Group HRIS on system upgrades, integrations, and new tools.
• Support HR & Finance policy compliance and recommend system/process enhancements.

Manpower Planning & Monitoring

• Contribute to annual manpower budgeting and quarterly forecasting.
• Track headcount and manpower cost vs benchmarks (Budget, Forecast, etc.).

Ad-Hoc Support

• Troubleshoot system/data issues, support technology enhancements, and respond quickly to data & reporting needs.

What you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, MIS or similar
• 3–5 years in a reporting/analytics leadership role
• Expertise with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI)
• Experience with SQL, Excel, Access, and multi-source data environments
• ERP background (SAP preferred)
• Ability to automate reporting and build scalable data solutions
• Project management capability and strong problem-solving mindset

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