MSD Regional Director m/f/d 

Switzerland, Lucerne 

494042051

Job Description

• Realize global and regionalGWES (Global Workplace & Enterprise Strategies)in the Country cluster

• Understandclient business strategiesand ensure services, real estate and workplaces meet business needs and comply with company standards

• Ensure cost effective and efficient delivery and coordination of GWES services working in partnership with external providers

• Plan and controlGWES expense and capital budgets

• Ensure capital projects are executed in a safe, efficient and compliant manner

• Manage professional development and performance of direct reports

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee the planning and management of the sub-region in line withOffice Master Planningprinciples to enable informed decision-making on workplace, workspace and finances through the analysis and use metrics relating to the business needs, location, occupancy, cost effectiveness and efficiency of the site short- and medium-term building capacity and occupancy

• Prioritize the outputs from Master Planning to ensure optimal use of limited resources, being people; finances; supplies etc.

• Mentor and coach their Team in being the GWES interface with Country Leadership, attendingCountry Leadership Team (CLT)and/orOperational Management Team (OMT)meetings, as appropriate, ensuring understanding of and buy-in to all initiatives, projects and matters relating to GWES strategy and operations. Engage with Country Leadership as required

• Oversee the performance of all GWES services throughestablished governance processeswith external providers against agreedKPIs, savings targets and expense budgets

• Define service levels in accordance withbusiness needsand ensure efficient and cost-effective delivery

• Ensures all facilities and facility services are alwayscompliant with company policies and standards and audit ready

• Be a leader in promoting andachieving target zero incidentsthrough the organization

• Be an advocate ofcontinuous improvementmind-set to enhance the workplace experience to attract and retain talent to aid business growth

• Manage GWESexpense budgets. Identify and understand budget variances taking controlling actions. Ensure the provision of revised financial forecasts and approve variable expenditure

• Set and manage GWESannual and long-range capital budgets

• Attend global/regional GWES meetings to ensurealignment with global and regional strategies and initiatives. Represent issues and concerns affecting GWES activities in the country

• Partner with IFM provider toidentify cost savings and innovationsin the operation and utilization of the buildings and delivery of facility services ensuring the adoption of best practice and continuous improvement

• Identify, charter, and manage facility and infrastructure related capital projects to meet business needs and promote theefficient operation of the buildings and workplaces(refurbishments, office moves, building infrastructure)

• Participate in the global initiative to contain company`s use of energy and support the company`s sustainability goals

• Provide oversight and ensure effective administration of Fleet Management

Skills & Development Experiences critical to success of role:

• Focuses on long-term planning and translating Our Strategic Priorities into integrated operational team priorities and activities

• Ensures measurable and sustainable results through effective resource allocation, cross-divisional / functional partnerships and execution of innovative strategies to enhance the performance of the workplace

• Inspires and oversees geographically dispersed team to focus on what matters and can bring the best value to the enterprise

• Outstanding communication and people skills

• Strong relationship management skills that enables the building of trust and confidence in the ability of our organization to deliver solutions to meet business needs

• Language: Proficient in spoken and written English

Minimum

Commercial, engineering, financial or related degree qualification with minimum prior 10 years’ experience operating in facilities management or similar roles at a similarly senior level in equivalent related role

Desirable (although not essential):

• Project management experience and can apply change management and continuous improvement methodologies

• Has or is interested in developing six sigma or “lean” qualifications

• Member of a relevant accredited national or international professional body and involved in pursuit of best industry practices

RING CENTER, KRIENS, LUCERNE

Current Contingent Workers apply

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