Senior Manager Opportunity & Risk Management Manufacturing & Services

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The incumbent is responsible for implementing and overseeing the Opportunity & Risk Management System for the manufacturing and services business in the USA, according to the functional strategy defined by Corporate Opportunity & Risk Management, and the business strategy of Exentec, Exyte’s manufacturing and services company. The Opportunity & Risk Management System includes all processes, tools and organizational elements for both Enterprise as well as Project Risk & Chance Management. He/she works closely with the Exentec Leadership Team, Legal Entity Management, Project Directors/Managers, Project Team Members, Operations and Finance Functions to produce key information and deliverables for decision making. He/she advises all stakeholders as the Risk & Chance SME and governs the Business Area Risk Committee. In this role, work results are immediately visible, measurable, and significantly impact sales and operations. The role is cross-functional in nature and a broad though deep understanding of Exyte’s business allows the incumbent to connect all parts of the business, and to interact with stakeholders on all levels.

In addition, the position holder will support post-merger integration projects globally and support the global Exentec organization as part of growth initiatives.

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Top main responsibilities

Market-to-Contract:

• Monitors and oversees Exentec’s clients’ opportunities within US Businesses and keeps Corporate Risk up to date on upcoming bids and relevant timelines
• Conducts Risk & Chance Assessments as part of the stage-gate process at Business Area level
• Organizes and leads the Business Area Risk Committee, providing recommendations under which conditions to proceed with client’s bids

Initiate-to-Close:

• Regularly engages with key projects’ stakeholders/teams and performs independent (remote/on-site) project reviews covering Technical, Execution & Schedule, Legal, Commercial/Finance and EHS aspects
• Liaises with project and commercial teams to ensure smooth and timely preparation of monthly Group Reporting, and pro-actively supports the reporting
• Supports project teams in the filing of the Project Risk & Chance register, and performs thorough independent risk/chance assessments to identify non-identified risk/chance which could impact projects performance

Management Processes:

• Ensures the Business Area operates within the defined “risk appetite” levels (i.e., the level of risk the organization is willing to accept) in line with Group’s risk appetite framework
• Delivers all required reports in time and in accordance with Corporate Risk standards, enabling recipients’ thorough understanding of the most significant risks/chances and ensuring mitigation activities are in place and actioned (follow-up)
• Serves as first point of contact for the Exentech Leadership Team and Entity Management in US for all project risk-related questions as well as for Corporate risk-related initiatives and questions

Additional responsibilities

• Supports, educates and trains all management levels and staff to enhance risk awareness within the organization, and promote comprehensive understanding of risk management policies and procedures
• Ensures policies & procedures are effectively communicated and understood by all relevant stakeholders
• Cultivates strong and reliable relationships with management and project teams within the organization to r to promote transparent information sharing
• Supports M&A and PMI initiatives within the Business Area as required
• Controls processes such as making business continuity plans to limit risks and best prepare for uncertainties
• Facilitates Risk & Chance Workshops to enable systematic approach to risk management with risk/chance assessment as well as the evaluation and definition of mitigation measures. Supervises the ongoing monitoring of risks/chances and their corresponding mitigation plans
• Performs other duties as assigned, in support of Corporate initiatives

Internal:

• Business Area Leadership Team (OPS, FIN)Project Directors/Managers and Project Team Members
• Entity Management
• GAM, KAM
• All Corporate Functions, e.g., Legal, Project and Commercial Project Management, Finance & Accounting, Strategy and M&A

External:

• Client Project Teams, as needed

Show your expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required
• 5+ years of Project and Risk Management experience
• In depth knowledge of the manufacturing, services and construction industry across Technical, Execution & Schedule, Legal, Commercial/Finance and EHS perspectives
• High level familiarity with the business operations of a manufacturing environment
• Strong ability to synthesize complex information, drawing insights from diverse data points and perspectives to support decision-making Strong analytical skills
• Strong communication skills, verbally and in writing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel and Power Point skills
• Familiarity with scheduling and PM Software is an advantage
• Ability to work independently, initiating tasks and driving projects forward without constant supervision
• Advanced prioritization skills, balancing multiple conflicting demands ensuring deadlines are met
• Team player
• Ability to develop and articulate an independent perspective and well-reasoned opinions based on available data and insights. Ability to engage effectively in a multicultural environment, demonstrating cultural awareness, and with all levels of management