About this Key Account Manager role at Careem
Careem is building the Everything App for the greater Middle East — making it easy to move around, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Our purpose is simple: to simplify and improve people’s lives and build an awesome organisation that inspires.
Since 2012, Careem has enabled earnings for over 2.5 million Captains, simplified the lives of more than 70 million customers, and built a platform where the region’s best talent and entrepreneurs thrive. We operate in 70+ cities across 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan.
We’re now entering our next chapter — one powered by AI. We’re looking for AI talent: curious problem-solvers who know how to apply AI to build tools, automate workflows, and create real impact. Whether it’s streamlining operations, enhancing customer experience, or reimagining internal systems — we want people who can make Careem work smarter and move faster.
About the team
The Food team at Careem is at the forefront of transforming how people experience food delivery across the UAE. As part of one of the fastest-growing verticals, we are a dynamic group of professionals driven by innovation, data, and our mission to simplify and improve lives. We work closely with partners, operations, and product teams to ensure seamless, delightful food delivery experiences for our customers.
About the role
As a Key Account Manager, you will be responsible for managing and growing strategic partnerships with top restaurant brands in Dubai. Your role will focus on driving order growth, optimizing operational performance, and maximizing partner engagement through data-driven insights and tailored marketing strategies. You will collaborate cross-functionally to enhance the partner experience, negotiate commercial agreements, and implement initiatives that drive revenue and profitability. Success in this role requires strong relationship management, analytical skills, and a results-driven mindset.
What you'll do
- Account Management – Take full ownership of assigned accounts, acting as the primary point of contact for partners.
- Growth & Strategy – Develop and execute business growth plans, leveraging advertising, promotions, and strategic initiatives to increase partner performance.
- Partner Experience & Satisfaction – Use data-driven decision-making to analyze performance, drive operational excellence, and enhance the overall merchant and user experience. Work closely with merchants and internal teams to identify and address pain points, improving satisfaction and retention.
- Cross-functional Collaboration – Partner with internal teams including Supply, Finance, Marketing, and Business Development to align on growth objectives and ensure seamless execution
What you'll need
- 3-4+ years of experience in account management, sales, or partnerships, preferably in food tech, food delivery, or FMCG sectors
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a client-first mindset
- Proven experience managing senior stakeholders and driving commercial outcomes
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
What we’ll provide you
We offer colleagues the opportunity to drive impact in the region while they learn and grow. As a full time Careem colleague, you will be able to:
- Work and learn from great minds by joining a community of inspiring colleagues.
- Put your passion to work in a purposeful organisation dedicated to creating impact in a region with a lot of untapped potential.
- Explore new opportunities to learn and grow every day.
- Work remotely from any country in the world for 30 days a year with unlimited vacation days per year.
- Access to healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements for health activities including gym, health club, and training classes.
