Director – Digital & Technology

AD Ports Group


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time
Job Description

This role owns the three-horizon digital roadmap spanning smart physical operations (Horizon 1), digital marketplace platform (Horizon 2), and regional AI-powered platform (Horizon 3), while navigating critical platform partnership decisions and technology vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities:

  • Define and execute digital marketplace product strategy, including B2B trade 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 existing 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 (smart operations) through Horizon 2 (marketplace) to Horizon 3 (AI-powered regional platform)
  • Build and lead a small digital product team as the platform scales

People Management Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with KEZAD CTO and technology team to leverage existing infrastructure and capabilities
  • Work cross-functionally with Commercial, Operations, and Administration teams to align digital strategy with operational priorities
  • Manage consultant and vendor relationships including technology implementers and strategic advisors
  • Coordinate across multiple Annual Operating Plans (AOPs) to ensure integrated execution
  • Influence without direct authority in a matrix environment where technology team reports to ADFH CEO and KEZAD Group

Qualifications

Educational & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, Technology, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
  • 10+ years' experience in digital transformation, product management, or technology strategy roles
  • 5+ years at senior leadership level (VP, Director, or equivalent) with board-level presentation experience
  • Proven track record of launching digital platforms or marketplaces, preferably in B2B environments

Nature of Experience:

  • Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills
  • Proven ability to influence and drive results in complex matrix organizations without direct authority
  • Experience coordinating across multiple functional teams (Commercial, Operations, Technology)
  • Strong project management skills with ability to manage aggressive timelines and competing priorities
  • Balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution capability
  • Deep experience in digital marketplace or e-commerce platform development (B2B strongly preferred)
  • Background in food & beverage, FMCG, supply chain, or logistics industries
  • Familiarity with AI/ML applications in supply chain, demand forecasting, or predictive analytics
  • Experience with trade platforms, logistics technology, or distribution systems

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