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Head of Rider, KSA and Bahrain

Today Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

About the Role

  1. Drive marketplace operations in Saudi Arabia by utilising data to understand both marketplace dynamics and driver/rider behaviour to identify areas for improvement and drive important decisions
  2. Develop analyses and think out of the box to quickly innovate new processes, improve on existing processes and resolve issues
  3. Develop & optimize processes by taking big picture ideas and break them into actionable steps
  4. Identify, implement, communicate and improve internal and market-facing initiatives including the launch of new product offerings
  5. Develop dashboards, analytical framework and present findings that allow for the swift detection of issues as they arise and support the company in decision-making
  6. Work with local, regional and global teams to resolve critical problems impacting the business and ensure that insights inform broader strategic initiatives

What the Candidate Will Do:
  1. Monitor marketplace performance and price reviews for Saudi Arabia.
  2. Work on innovative projects, digging deep into the backbone of the region marketplace using advanced analytical tools.
  3. Perform root cause analyses to explain movements of key marketplace indicators and drive automation of key business processes
  4. Design and execute marketplace experiments and leverage thei.r results to drive operational improvements in the marketplace.
  5. Design proposals for supply and demand side investments, implement them, and evaluate their performance.
  6. Support financial management and budgeting for the region.
  7. Launching new pricing solutions and technologies.

What the Candidate Will Need:
  1. A minimum of 5 years of experience preferably in operations management, management consulting, investment banking and / or start ups.
  2. Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Engineering or similar field.
  3. Demonstrated sound business judgment with previous experience using data to drive business decisions
  4. Experience leading initiatives and projects in previous roles
  5. Have worked in a fast paced growing environment with ownership mentality
  6. SQL Proficiency is a plus

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---- Preferred Qualifications ----
  1. Experience leading initiatives and projects in previous roles in Marketplace domain
  2. Have worked in a fast paced growing environment with ownership mentality
  3. SQL Proficiency is a plus

Uber's mission is to reimagine the way the world moves for the better. Here, bold ideas create real-world impact, challenges drive growth, and speed fuelds progress. What moves us, moves the world - let's move it forward, together.

Offices continue to be central to collaboration and Uber's cultural identity. Unless formally approved to work fully remotely, Uber expects employees to spend at least half of their work time in their assigned office. For certain roles, such as those based at green-light hubs, employees are expected to be in-office for 100% of their time. Please speak with your recruiter to better understand in-office expectations for this role.

*Accommodations may be available based on religious and/or medical conditions, or as required by applicable law. To request an accommodation, please reach out to accommodations@uber.com.

Client-provided location(s): Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job ID: Uber-149640
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-11-28T00:31:39

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program