Operations Director

Majid Al Futtaim

Location: UAE
Location: Dubai
Industry: Management
Function: General Management
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

What You ll Do

* Develop and execute global strategies for corporate facilities, covering office space planning, renovations, security, maintenance, and health & safety across regional hubs.
* Oversee vendor relationships and service contracts, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality delivery across facilities and travel management.
* Lead the design and execution of a global corporate travel program, optimizing policies, vendor partnerships, and online booking systems to reduce cost and enhance compliance.
* Administer and optimize corporate card programs, including issuance, policy management, expense reporting, and reconciliation.
* Use advanced analytics to identify spending patterns, highlight risks, and implement cost-saving opportunities.
* Partner with government relations and legal teams to manage the financial aspects of lobbying, compliance, and political contributions in line with company policies.
* Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decisions within government relations.
* Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets, ensuring fiscal discipline and operational efficiency.
* Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve operational models and embed best practices across corporate services.

Ideal Profile

* Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, or related field; Master s degree preferred.
* 10 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in operations within a multinational corporation, ideally in retail or related industries.
* Proven expertise in corporate facilities management, travel program oversight, and corporate card administration.
* Demonstrated financial acumen in budget management, cost optimization, and compliance reporting.
* Strong background in stakeholder management, vendor negotiation, and global program execution.
* Experience with enterprise-level systems and travel/expense management platforms.
* Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills with a track record of delivering results in complex, global environments.