Captain Acquisition Lead

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the full captain acquisition process on the ground across AUH, SHJ and AL Ain
• Initiate and manage onboarding conversations with 3PL partners and logistics suppliers
• Align captain supply with Careem's growth plans by ensuring 3PLs meet their commitments
• Track and enforce fulfillment targets (e.g., ensuring 20 captains are delivered if committed)
• Distribute captain swag/uniforms and coordinate training initiatives
• Build and nurture relationships with 3PL providers to establish trust and long-term collaboration
• Serve as the point of contact for resolving operational issues with suppliers and captains
• Maintain clear documentation and reporting of acquisition progress and supply health
• Manage and guide the team ensuring clear direction, accountability, and high-quality execution across all acquisition activities.
• Apply strategic thinking to anticipate gaps, optimize workflows, and proactively shape initiatives that support long-term growth.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in acquisition, logistics, or operations in a fast-moving environment (e.g., food tech, q-commerce, mobility)
• Proven track record of on-ground operations or supplier/vendor management
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Intermediate Excel proficiency required; PowerPoint is a plus
• Analytical mindset with comfort handling numbers and supply metrics
• Proficiency in Hindi or Urdu preferred; Arabic not mandatory
• Ownership mindset with the ability to operate independently and thrive in ambiguity

Preferred Qualifications

• None specified

Benefits

• Work 4 days a week in office & 1 day from home, and 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.

About the Company

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.