Network Development Excellence Manager - Real Estate

Overview

The role involves managing comprehensive periodic studies and analyses related to competitive landscape, geographic distribution, demographics, economic factors, company location evaluations, as well as loyalty and customer analytics. These insights support strategic business decision-making and optimize operational efficiency across departments. A key component is fostering relationships with governmental authorities and third-party partners to ensure the alignment and success of the Network Development strategy.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the creation, communication, and oversight of all departmental and cross-departmental standard operating procedures (SOPs) linked to core Network Development processes.
• Conduct regular geographic and demographic research across regions including Saudi Arabia and UAE to inform the network development strategy and aid decision-making.
• Analyze company location performance using sales data, customer loyalty metrics, and GIS modeling; propose recommendations for location optimization or relocation where necessary.
• Manage and update the company location database, including population reach metrics, providing periodic status reports on network coverage.
• Collaborate with Network Development operations to support data management, reporting, and strategy formulation.
• Oversee Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) activities, including developing store performance models and communication with relevant stakeholders to support the S&OP process.
• Coordinate committee-related requirements by preparing data and facilitating stakeholder input to streamline decision-making processes.
• Partner with finance and operations departments to prepare financial feasibility studies for new locations, renovations, renewals, or expansions to support sound investment decisions.

External Relationship Management

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with governmental bodies responsible for population census updates to identify new development areas impacting expansion plans.
• Develop partnerships with third-party organizations to obtain market and competitive data necessary for informed network development studies.

Work Environment

• Indoor work constitutes about 90% of the role, with approximately 10% outdoor activities.
• Standard workweek includes 5 working days and 2 days off.
• Working hours are from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM with a 1-hour break.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analysis.
• Knowledge of Python and SQL programming languages.
• Fluent in both English and Arabic.

Additional Information

The listed responsibilities may be supplemented by other duties as assigned to meet organizational needs.