Global Process Owner (GPO) - Environment, Health, and Safety

About the Company

Join a growing family that is shaping the future of culinary experiences. gategroup is the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board and hospitality products and services. gategroup provides passengers with superior culinary and retail experiences, leveraging innovation and advanced technology solutions. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, gategroup delivers operational excellence through the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry, serving passengers from over 200 operating units in over 60 countries/territories across all continents. We work in an exciting industry – fast-paced and ever-changing. Industry trends and customer expectations are constantly evolving and it is critical that we are agile, innovative and ready for change - and our people are our driving force. We offer attractive opportunities to be part of this fast-paced and truly international working environment. For further information, please visit www.gategroup.com.

JOB SUMMARY

The Global Process Owner role plays a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing specific frameworks across all gategroup brands and regions. The role ensures alignment with corporate objectives, international aviation regulations, and customer requirements, embedding standardized processes that drive safe, compliant, and efficient operations.
Core responsibilities include managing global projects, leading continuous improvement initiatives, supporting training and capability building, embedding performance measurement, and contributing to audit, compliance, and digital solutions.
The GPO acts as a bridge between global, regional, and local stakeholders, fostering collaboration and ensuring that operational standards are implemented effectively and deliver measurable business value.
The position's focus area is Environment, Health, and Safety.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Standard Development & Testing
Lead development of global EHS standards (SOPs, manuals, organizational structures, staffing guidelines, and compliance protocols.
Drive pilot testing of EHS processes in partnership with regional and unit teams, ensuring lessons learned are captured and integrated.
Facilitate workshops, kaizen events, and training sessions to embed EHS standards and strengthen safety and sustainability culture.
Develop baseline EHS tools, reporting templates, and training materials for global rollout.
Contribute to IT-enabled solutions that support EHS management (e.g., dashboards, reporting systems, sustainability tracking tools.

Program Management
Establish governance for EHS processes, including audit protocols, training content, and compliance frameworks.
Lead communication of EHS standards and ensure alignment across global and regional projects.
Track program status, KPIs, and report progress to senior stakeholders.
Manage readiness assessments and compliance reviews, ensuring adherence to ISO 45001, ISO 14001, OSHA, EU directives, and local regulations.
Ensure effective documentation, knowledge management, and best-practice sharing across the organization.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Education
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
Advanced degree (Master’s) preferred.
Certifications in ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 highly desirable.

Work Experience
Minimum 7 years of professional experience in EHS, aviation operations, or a related field, with demonstrated career growth.
Previous leadership and direct line management experience, and multi-site manufacturing environment preferred.
Proven experience leading global, multi-stakeholder projects.
Experience with ISO standards and regulatory compliance programs.
Track record of implementing compliance frameworks and driving sustainability initiatives.

Technical / Language Skills
Excellent computer literacy; proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Fluent English (verbal & written); proficiency in additional languages (German, French, Spanish) strongly preferred.

Core Competencies
Process & Analytical Thinking: Applies Lean and OPEX methods to define and deploy standards in a single process domain. Uses data and structured problem-solving to ensure consistency and measurable improvements.
Stakeholder Orientation: Builds trust with regional stakeholders in assigned scope. Ensures standards meet business needs and align with the global OPEX vision.
Change & Continuous Improvement: Facilitates kaizen workshops and supports adoption of Lean tools. Promotes a culture of structured improvement within scope.
Strategic Alignment: Connects domain-specific initiatives to global strategy. Tracks KPIs and reports progress to ensure accountability.
Collaboration & Influence: Works effectively with regional and cross-functional teams. Communicates standards clearly and adapts to diverse cultural contexts.
Innovation & Digital Mindset: Applies available digital tools and supports IT enhancements (e.g., dashboards, OPRS) to increase efficiency. Suggests incremental innovations.

JOB LOCATION

The position location is flexible and will be adjusted to fit the location of the finalist candidate.
The position is Hybrid.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Applications must be submitted in English.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.