Regional Facilities and Workplace Lead – Eastern Europe Region

Regional Facilities andWorkplace Lead – Eastern Europe Region - Opella - Budapest

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:

• • Negotiate and manage contracts with external service providers(IFM), ensuring the delivery of essential services such ascleaning,security,maintenance, andcatering across all sites.
  • Continuouslymonitor the performance and service levels of external suppliers, ensuring they meet the company's quality, safety, and cost-efficiency standards.
  • Ensurecompliance with local regulations and corporate standards through effective management of external contractors and facilities operations.
• Primary Point of Contact:

• • Act as the keyliaison for alllandlord services, ensuring smooth operations at all Opella sites by resolving issues and maintaining effective communication between stakeholders.
• Site Management & Coordination:

• • Oversee operations at the main Opella site (with over 100 employees) and manage2-3 additional co-working or Opella spaces within the region.
  • Ensureseamless space management, including access control and adherence to workplace standards, across all locations.
• Budget & Resource Management:

• • Manage budgets related to facilities and external service providers, ensuring alignment with business goals while optimizing costs.
  • Ensure effective resource allocation to maintain the operational efficiency of Opella sites within the designated budget.
• Team Leadership:

• • Lead and coordinate both internal teams (includingHSE, security, technical staff, and nurses) and external facilities management teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration and excellence between internal staff and external suppliers.
• Security & HSE Compliance:

• • Implement and maintain all necessary security measures, ensuring full compliance withhealth, safety, and environmental (HSE) guidelines at all sites.
  • Lead the development and implementation ofmulti-annual HSE improvement plans, driving continuous safety improvements.
• Workplace Experience & Hospitality:

• • Lead theWorkplace Experience strategy, creating a welcoming, efficient, and high-standard environment across all Opella sites.
  • Manage hospitality services, includingevent organization, supply management, meal subsidies, and external parking services provided by vendors.
• Sustainability & Culture:

• • Ensure that all facilities adhere tosustainability standards and align withOpella’s brand values and culture.
• Stakeholder Management:

• • Act as the primary point of contact for theOpella Business Head, overseeing all site-related activities, including union relations.
  • Represent the Eastern Europe region in theGlobal CHC Real Estate and Workplace network, ensuring consistent communication and collaboration.

About You:

• Languages: Fluent inHungarian andEnglish.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in aSite Head orFacilities Management position, with proven expertise inmanaging external suppliers and overseeing multi-sitefacilities operations.
• HSE Expertise:
  • AdvancedHSE training certification as required by local regulations.
• Skills:
  • Strong track record ofnegotiating contracts and managing external providers.
  • Exceptionalteam leadership andbudget management skills.
  • Proven ability to managemulti-site projects in a regional or multi-country setting.
  • Autonomous, customer-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a pivotal role in shaping Opella’sregional facilities management and drive innovations inworkplace experience across Eastern Europe.
• Collaborate with an international, dynamic team to develop impactful solutions inreal estate andfacilities management.
• Enjoy a competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a lasting impact in a fast-growing global business.

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