Assist the SAP Labs MD and the SAP Labs Network Team to operationalise the Labs as a fully functional part of SAP’s development setup
Setup, prepare for relevant management leadership team meetings with key stakeholders
Coordinate with facilities, IT, legal, HR and Finance teams to ensure a smooth running of the Labs in Vietnam
Support the execution of employee engagement activities
Hands on attitude, and can do mindset is a must.
Support internal and external events, in some cases lead the project execution.
Liaise with the local employee engagement team to cultivate a strong sense of purpose within the team, ensure high participation in employee events
Developing collaborative work relationships within own team and cross-functional, including representation of team towards senior management
Supporting internal projects, including decision taking within clearly defined framework of departmental guidelines and practices, initially learning from other Labs but ultimately developing best in class practices for the location
Competent knowledge about the local operational regulatory environment, trusted advisor to the MD and global teams on how to navigate complex topics around the regulatory environment
Maintains the highest standards on work ethics and compliance to SAP’s employee code of conduct
Ambassador for SAP in the local market
Experience Requirements
Proven leadership/COO role in and experience in establishing operational excellence in a tech company, preferably in a top tier Tech multinational is key to success in this role
Demonstrated ability to manage complex topics in a matrixed global organisation
Project management and business skills with in managing key projects around office and team requirements with tight deadlines
Ability to managing key topics around office and team requirements – and expectations for individuals on the ground
Strong employee focus and demonstrated acumen to cultivate and develop lasting employee relations
Demonstrated several years’ experience with increasing amount of responsibility
Driven, creative and enthusiastic individual committed to growing the location and making the office a “lighthouse” for employees
Communication Requirements
Builds and maintains partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
Contributes actively to build common ground for cooperation
Communicates clear and conveying processes & policies in a way that others can understand
Communicates relevant messages in a timely manner and with constructive feedback to cross functional colleagues & managers
Able to resolve conflict and progress key initiatives
Experience & Language Requirements
Fluent bi-lingual in Vietnamese and English is a must (spoken and written)
10+ years of experience in employee engagement and demonstrated proficiency with project management
Excellent presentation skills, able to represent the topics to an international group of stakeholders
German language is a plus
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to make a formal in person presentation in English to a panel for 15 mins to assess fit and suitability to the role.
Education
Relevant University degree is a must, Masters or PhD preferred