Global Head of Business Resilience & Crisis Management

pRequisition ID: 17072brLocation:brZug, CH, 6300brPay Type:brTravel Requirement: 31-40%brHolcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 48,000 employees in 45 attractive markets – across Europe, Latin America, Asia, Middle East Africa. Holcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundations and flooring to roofing and walling – powered by premium brands including ECOPlanet, ECOPact, and ECOCycle®. Find out more at Overviewbr/strongThe Head of Business Resilience is a leadership role responsible to design, implement and manage the Business Resilience (BR) program for Holcim, according to the Business Resilience policy and respective directives. The Head of Business Resilience provides strategic direction and coordination and is responsible to lead, develop and implement the crisis management program, including preparedness, incident response and business continuity across regions and countries, supporting Holcim’s goal to create a safe, resilient, and secure environmentbrstrongKey Responsibilitiesbr/strongulliBusiness Resilience program oversight /liliDesign, implement and oversee the Business Resilience program, including preparedness, response plans, procedures, protocols, training and exercises that align with industry best practices on crisis management and business continuity and meet organizational needs. /liliProvide strategic direction, coordinate and direct Business Resilience related matters across countries, regions and Group. /liliLiaise with the regional security team to ensure alignment with Holcim’s Security and Business Resilience framework and strategic objectives. /liliBuild and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders (e.g., IT, operations, HR, Sustainability, HSE) and external partners (e.g. international organisations, emergency services, vendors) to ensure coordinated response efforts. /liliResponse to incidents /liliLead and coordinate response to incidents that require cross-functional collaboration, ensuring timely and effective communication, resource allocation, and operational recovery /liliMonitor industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging threats; continuously evaluate and improve the organization's resilience programs and projects to enhance its ability to withstand and recover from incidents and disruptions /liliDevelop and implement mitigation strategies based on assessments of threat, risk and vulnerabilities. /liliSupport individual countries and regions’ preparation, response and recovery from incidents and disruptions. /liliAdditional responsibilities /liliDevelop and deliver training programs and awareness campaigns to educate employees at all levels about their roles and risks in Business Resilience. /liliPlan, coordinate, and conduct regular exercises and simulations to validate the effectiveness of Business Resilience, crisis management and business continuity plans; identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions. /liliConduct comprehensive after- action reviews following incidents and exercises, tracking improvement actions and identify lessons learned to be incorporated into future planning. /liliSupport broader business continuity initiatives including business impact analysis (BIA) to ensure alignment between crisis management and other resilience initiatives /liliProvide subject matter expertise on crisis management and business continuity best practices to leadership and stakeholders across the organization /liliMaintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all projects, activities and performance; prepare regular reports for senior management on the status of the business resilience program.brbr/li /ulstrongRequired Skills Qualificationsbr/strongulliSpecific work experience /lili10 years + of experience in the field of Business Resilience, risk and crisis Management, emergency response, incident response. /liliMilitary or law enforcement experience is a plus /liliProven ability to lead cross functional teams during challenging times and high stress situations, make critical decisions under pressure and coordinate complex response activities fostering a culture of resilience /liliExperience in global security frameworks, risk management, and incident response strategies. /liliExperience working in a global, complex organizational structure, dealing with multinational risks and operations. /liliExperience in designing and facilitating crisis exercises and simulations with demonstrated ability to develop realistic scenarios /liliOther functional skills /liliStrategic and problem-solving thinking: ability to make decisions under pressure and adapt to rapidly changing situations /liliCommunication: Strong presentation and training skills; good client-facing presence with positive energy. /liliComposure: Ability to remain calm under professional pressure. /liliCollaboration: Strong team player with solid collaboration skills and ability to resolve conflict with other stakeholders. /liliIntegrity: High ethical standards aligned with Holcim’s values, demonstrating transparency, trustworthiness, and integrity.brbr/li /ulstrongLevel of education/qualifications:br/strongulliBachelor’s degree in emergency management, risk management, international relations, or related field (University Degree). /liliCertification in business continuity or crisis management (e.g. CEM, CBCP, MBCI)brbr/li /ulstrongLanguage Skillsbr/strongulliEnglish (required), any other language is a plusbrbr/li /ulstrongMobility Requirementsbr/strongulliAt least 30% between national and internationalbrbr/li /ulstrongBenefitsbr/strongulliHybrid work contract /liliFamily Support: Subsidized childcare and paid maternity/paternity leave /liliProfessional Growth: Company-sponsored training and professional development. /liliDiscounts and Perks: Subsidized meals, exclusive discounts, and company gifts for special occasions. /liliLong-service awards /liliEmployee referral bonus /liliPension and Savings: Access to a comprehensive pension fund and an employee savings scheme.brbr/li /ulemHolcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We support equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.br/emDo you want to work in an international and dynamic working environment with attractive benefits? We are looking for colleagues to join our team to build progress for people and the planet.brPlease submit your CV, a motivation letter and relevant documents with information on the career portal. No agencies can be considered. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr