Sr. Director Global Facilities & Site Operations

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a global facilities strategy aligned with corporate goals, including space planning, sustainability initiatives, and cost optimization.
• Oversee real estate and car fleet portfolio management, including lease negotiations, acquisitions, and dispositions.
• Lead & motivate a global, multi-site Facilities team.
• Direct day-to-day operations of global facilities, including long-term maintenance planning, maintenance execution, site security, janitorial services, reception and workplace services.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations
• Manage large-scale campus operations, including dining, transportation, and amenities programs to support business needs and enhance employee experience.
• Lead emergency preparedness and business continuity planning for all locations.
• Establish and manage global vendor relationships for facilities services and construction projects.
• Develop and oversee annual budgets for facilities and campus operations, ensuring cost efficiency and financial accountability.
• Drive sustainability initiatives, including energy efficiency, waste reduction, and green building certifications.
• Implement innovative workplace solutions to support site-based and hybrid work models and evolving business needs.
• Manage global insurance program to safeguard the company against financial loss and ensure compliance with risk-related regulations.
• Partner with brokers to define the organization’s risk profile and coordinate the collection of renewal data for key coverages, including property & casualty, liability, workers’ compensation, cyber, marine cargo, product recall, travel, and directors & officers.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in facilities management in a global organization with facilities on multiple continents, real estate, or corporate operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record managing multi-site operations and teams across diverse geographies.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, health and safety regulations, and sustainability practices.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills in a multi-site, multi-cultural environment.
• Ability to travel internationally as required.
• Experience with workplace technology platforms and data-driven decision-making.
• Familiarity with LEED or other green building certifications.
• Strong project management and negotiation skills.