Facility Management

Operations Leader

Business Title: Operations Leader

Company Overview:

Sandvik Manufacturing Solutions (SMF) is on an exciting growth journey, building the new digital era of manufacturing, and we have the know-how and innovative mindset to develop ideas into pioneering tech solutions. As a business area segment within Sandvik Group, SMF incorporates the three divisions of Design & Planning Automation, Additive Manufacturing and Industrial Metrology.

Job Purpose:

This position is responsible for the successful execution of Infrastructure development project and managing day to day operations

Location: Pune, India

Key Responsibilities:

Project Stage:

Responsible for the successful execution of Footprint Project with end-to-end ownership.
Lead the Project Team(s) to drive execution of projects by meeting financial performance.
Planning and implementation of Capex/Opex Projects in timely manner and within approved budget
Manages the Lifecycle Financials of the projects. Responsibility, Authority and Accountability (RAA) for every project scope delivery and successful execution within technical, schedule, cost and quality commitments.
Provides periodic project updates (Project Performance Report – Green/Yellow/Red) of the current situation relating to milestones and issue/high risk areas (e.g., technical, cost, and schedule). Provides updates to the key stakeholders at Business Division and Unit levels as necessary.
Plays a key role in developing business proposals and executing the overall program plan.
Control efforts and expenditures within constraints of project budget.
Ensures Project execution and stage gate processes are adhered to.
Leads the creation of the integrated project plans & schedules, project budget in partnership with the team and the organization. Manage, forecast, and report on project budget / schedule.
Implement Energy efficient solutions across operations and benchmark with applicable Standards.
Annual Budget Planning and Control (Capex/Opex) for Project & Facility Management

Manage day to day operations for facility, procurement and safety function.

Qualifications:

Requirements to educational background:

Graduate/ Postgraduate with 20 + years of rich experience in Project Management, Strategic Planning & Management, Facility Management & General Administration
Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering.
Hands on experience in driving sustainability projects
PMP® or CAPM® accreditation from Project Management Institute (PMI), financial project management certification is highly recommended.

Requirements to working experience:

Min 8-10 years of Infrastructure project management experience along with facility/operations management.
Good understating about local laws, compliance, and statutory requirements.
Leadership skills - capability to lead change in an Integrated Team.
Knowledge with Microsoft Business Software (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project 2007)
Good communication and presentation skills – both verbal and written with ability to make impactful communication to senior management and global stakeholders.

Other aspects

Experience with cross cultural teams in multiple locations in a global set up

It will be an advantage if you have:

Hand on experience and good knowledge of the infrastructure development project related to MEP, Civil, Interior work etc.
Demonstrated experience in Program Management Office
Experience of working with Global Stakeholders or global projects.

Success Criteria’s

Program/Project Execution – Should be able to Develop and manage basic plans including a solid scope statement and a risk log with the team. Ensures clear staffing needs are communicated. Generates a basic roles/responsibilities matrix for the team and leads regularly scheduled team meetings. Reviews other similar projects for lessons learned.

Customer & Stakeholder Management - Demonstrated ability to forge meaningful relationships with key stakeholders, customers, Sr. Executives. Seeks to understand the customer needs and considers the customer impact when planning and executing change. Establishes solid relationships with cross-functional management and with key stakeholders. Has a clear understanding of the specification/contract and drives baseline change management.

Business, Financial & Industry Acumen - Understands the key drivers in business case for the program and the importance of the program to the business division/unit. Constructs an accurate program budget and Capital costs that feed the financial model to clearly articulate the business case.
Team Leadership in a Matrix Environment - Develops a team environment that encourages open team member input and engagement. Remains positive through challenging situations and effectively deals with team conflict. Has awareness of organizational change management principles and applies basic communication planning to projects. Recognizes strengths and development areas of team members and seeks support or takes action to improve performance.

A glimpse of our culture

At Sandvik, we're tech driven, innovative and entrepreneurial! For us, success is a team effort - we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where people can be themselves and reach their full potential. So, we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our differences. We also give you the freedom to find that perfect mix between work, family life and interests. Visit our stories hub, LinkedIn or Facebook to get to know us further.

How to apply:

You may upload your updated profile in Workday against the JR R0080313 through your login, no later than 15th June 2025

Please send your application by registering on our site www.sandvik.com/career and uploading your CV against the JR R0080313 before 15th June 2025.

Our recruitment process is open and fair – we welcome all applicants and evaluate every unique application in line with the specified requirements profile, to find the best match for the position. To learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our career site.

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