Associate Business Continuity Manager bei Heidelberg Materials
Associate Business Continuity Manager (f/m/d) bei Heidelberg Materials
As an Associate Business Continuity Manager (f/m/d), you will be supporting the Principal Business Continuity Manager in developing, implementing and maintaining effective business continuity plans and strategies to ensure the resilience and uninterrupted operation of our organization.
Your role will involve support in assessing risks, creating contingency plans and coordinating efforts across departments to minimize the impact of disruptions.
You will directly report to the position Head of Security Officers. The position is located in Heidelberg, Germany.
1. Business Continuity Planning:
- Support in developing and maintaining comprehensive business continuity plans policies and procedures to ensure the organization's ability to respond to and recover from disruptions
- Identify critical business functions, processes, resources and support in establishing strategies and measures to mitigate risks and minimize downtime
- Help in conducting business impact assessments to assess potential risks and quantify the financial and operational impacts of disruptions
2. Risk Assessment and Mitigation:
- Support in conducting risk assessments to identify potential threats, vulnerabilities and single points of failure that may impact business operations
- Prepare the development of risk mitigation strategies and implement preventive measures to minimize the likelihood and impact of disruptions
- Stay updated on emerging risks, industry trends and regulatory requirements related to business continuity and incorporate them into the planning process
3. Business Continuity Testing and Maintenance:
- Prepare regular testing exercises, such as tabletop simulations and full-scale drills, to validate the effectiveness of business continuity plans
- Analyze test results, identify areas for improvement and update plans and procedures accordingly
- Support in coordinating and facilitating training programs to educate employees on their roles and responsibilities during disruptions
4. Crisis Management and Incident Response:
- Support the Principal Business Continuity Manager in establishing a crisis management framework and incident response procedures to effectively manage and respond to emergencies and disruptions
- Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and relevant authorities during Crisis Situations
5. Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of business continuity plans, procedures and incident reports
- Prepare regular reports on business continuity metrics, testing results and program effectiveness for senior management and regulatory compliance purposes
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations and best practices related to business continuity
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, risk management or a related field
- Experience in business continuity planning, crisis management or a similar role is preferred
- Knowledge of business continuity principles, methodologies and industry standards
- Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and regulatory requirements related to business continuity
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex situations and develop effective strategies
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) or Business Continuity Certified Planner (BCCP) are desirable
- Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
We are convinced that only those who successfully realize their personal goals can also fully contribute professionally. That's why we offer you attractive benefits, such as:
- Flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working within Germany
- 30 vacation days plus additional special vacation days
- Attractive compensation with profit share/bonus, Christmas and vacation payment
- Multiple learning & development options: support of job-related further training, E-campus, various technical and leadership development programs
- JobTicket, JobBike and further special conditions and discounts for e.g. gyms
- Company fitness room, various sports classes, health and prevention campaigns
- Individual onboarding with buddy program as well as various networking initiatives (Network of Women, International Network etc.)
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