Program Manager, Sports & Outdoors

About noon

noon, the region's leading consumer commerce platform. On December 12th, 2017, noon

launched its consumer platform in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, expanding to Egypt in February

2019. The noon ecosystem of services now marketplaces for food delivery, quick commerce,

fintech, and fashion. noon is a work in progress; we’re six years in, but only 5% done.

noon’s mission: Ring every doorbell, every day.

What is the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Program Manager to coordinate and drive strategic initiatives within the Sports category. This role involves managing various programs across catalog development, seller onboarding, marketing, operations, brand partnerships, inventory health & overall category PnL. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in growing the Sports category by collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring seamless execution of programs. This role will work closely with the Head of the Category to deploy, run, and monitor various programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Management: Lead, coordinate, and execute multiple programs aimed at driving growth in the Sports category.
• Data Analysis: Leverage data to identify trends, assess performance, and make data-driven decisions to optimize programs.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal teams (catalog, marketing, operations, etc.) and external stakeholders (sellers, vendors) to align objectives and drive program success.
• Seller Support: Develop initiatives to improve seller onboarding, catalog quality, inventory health, and operational efficiency.
• Performance Monitoring: Define KPIs, monitor progress, and report on the success of various initiatives.
• Problem Solving: Proactively identify challenges and implement solutions with a bias for action.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (B.Tech preferred) or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in e-commerce, with a focus on seller-facing roles.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data tools; technical expertise in data analysis is a significant advantage.
• Exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive alignment.
• Proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• High bias for action and a go-getter attitude to tackle challenges and achieve goals.
• Previous e-commerce experience is a must.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong project management capabilities with attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in tools such as Excel, SQL, and data visualization platforms.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization.

If you are passionate about e-commerce, data-driven decision-making, and creating impactful programs, we’d love to hear from you!