GBS Director

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies, policies, and procedures to support operational excellence and value creation for the Össur company.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate the collaboration of the site personnel, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Ensure effective recruitment, training program for the local management team securing adequate staffing levels and skill sets.
• Ensure that financial resources are allocated effectively and within established guidelines.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, regulatory agencies, and community partners.
• Represent the site in meetings, presentations, and negotiations with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and execution of site-specific strategic plans in alignment with the overall organizational strategy.
• Identify market trends, customer needs, and competitive factors to inform strategic decision-making and drive business growth.
• Monitor industry developments and recommend innovative solutions or initiatives to enhance the site’s competitiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards related to health, safety, and environmental practices.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations, implementing corrective actions as necessary.

Qualification & Requirements

• extensive experience (10+ years) in global business services management, including a significant portion in a leadership role;
• proven track record of successfully managing global business services operations in a complex and dynamic environment;
• strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams, driving a culture of excellence and high performance;
• excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of driving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction;
• exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels;
• experience in managing strategic partnerships, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations;
• demonstrated ability to drive large-scale transformation initiatives and lead organizational change;
• sound knowledge of risk management, compliance, and governance principles in business services.

Benefits

• participation in interesting and challenging projects in global structures;
• a unique opportunity to professional growth and personal development within international environment;
• close collaboration with all functions leaders and reporting into Össur’s CFO;
• opportunity to build up your expertise through coaching, soft skills and training sessions support to your development needs towards financial reporting and consolidation;
• full-time work agreement in the international, developing organization with strong values;
• flexible working hours;
• attractive package of employee benefits (private medical health care, insurance, sport-membership card, benefits platform);
• relocation package, if needed.