Director Business Continuity Management, Global (m / f / d)

This position can be filled in any country within the EMEA region where our company is present.

Deine Aufgaben

• Oversee and manage the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization’s BC and emergency management strategies.
• Ensure global business continuity risk assessments and business impact analyses to identify vulnerabilities and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate the creation, update, and testing of business continuity plans (BCPs) across the organization, ensuring they align with global standards and meet organizational objectives.
• Design and lead emergency and crisis response frameworks to ensure a swift, organized, and efficient response and recovery process during emergencies or business disruptions.
• Provide leadership to the BCM team, ensuring effective management of personnel, project timelines, and key initiatives. Foster a culture of resilience and preparedness across all departments.
• Serve as the primary liaison with internal stakeholders, external partners (such as Customer Requirements Information Management - CRIM), and regulators regarding business continuity matters. Build strong working relationships with all functions and business units to promote BC awareness and involvement.
• Develop and deliver BCM-related training programs to ensure awareness of the roles and responsibilities in the event of business continuity challenges.
• Ensure compliance with ISO BCM standards and other relevant regulations. Coordinate internal and external audits of BCM processes and address any non-conformities.
• Regularly review and update the BCM and emergency management plans, identifying opportunities for improvement based on real-world incidents, tests, and drills.
• Organize and lead regular continuity testing, tabletop exercises, and full-scale simulations to validate the effectiveness of the BCM program. Lead the implementation and testing of BCM Controls.

Deine Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's Degree in finance, business administration, risk management, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in business continuity management, crisis management, or related fields, with demonstrable leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of ISO standards and relevant BCM frameworks. Familiarity with risk management, crisis communications, and emergency response protocols.
• Proven experience in managing risk across large, complex organizations.
• Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), ISO 22301 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor, or other related BCM certifications are desirable.
• Medical device, pharmaceutical, life science, or healthcare industries experience with implementing risk and compliance programs is preferred.
• Proven leadership and experience in people management is required.
• Experience in partnering with and presenting to senior management and developing strategies to meet their needs.
• Experience working in multi-national organization and leading projects involving stakeholders from different jurisdictions and functions. Exposure to Asian cultures is an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple large-scale projects and coordinate cross-functional teams effectively.
• Proven experience in leading and developing teams, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, capable of assessing complex situations and making critical decisions under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex BCM concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent influencing skills and ability to maintain and develop relationships with internal stakeholders at all levels of the organization. (e.g., senior management in regional and global organization, Finance, Internal Audit, Manufacturing & Supply, manufacturing sites, etc.).
• Demonstrated leadership skills to drive momentum, come up with innovative solutions, and develop talents.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters including under pressure and in crisis situations.
• Ability to lead in high-pressure environments and manage crises efficiently.

Your competencies

The interview will be competence based and the following competencies will be assessed :

• Build for the Future
• Deliver Results
• Lead People
• Lead Self
• Model and champion Our Core Values

Deine Vorteile

• Flexible working hours, remote work possible (up to 60%)
• 30 days of holidays per year
• Modern office and an inspiring working environment
• Employee restaurant with live cooking and healthy food (subsidized)
• Public transport ticket (100 % subsidized) or free parking space
• Company sport groups and an inhouse company gym
• Employee Assistance Program to support your health, mental and emotional well-being
• A comprehensive company pension scheme
• Company medical officer and vaccination offers
• Childcare through our ‘Buttje&Deern’ partner
• Bike leasing

These benefits apply to our EMEA headquarters in Hamburg, Germany. Benefits at other Olympus locations may vary.

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