Manager, Facilities

About the Role

Are you an accomplished facilities and infrastructure leader ready to oversee corporate workplace operations, engineering infrastructure, and capital projects? As our Manager, Facilities, you will direct day-to-day facility operations, building infrastructure maintenance, site security, workplace logistics, and Integrated Facility Management (IFM) vendors. Balancing operational excellence with financial stewardship, you will oversee site CapEx/OpEx budgets, drive sustainability and energy efficiency programs, and lead MRO inventory workflows. If you bring a strong background in engineering maintenance, contractor governance, and team leadership within corporate or manufacturing environments, this role offers an exceptional platform to shape an optimal workplace!

Core Responsibilities

• Facility Maintenance & Engineering Infrastructure: Oversee routine and corrective maintenance across site building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security, janitorial); execute preventive maintenance programs to guarantee continuous operational readiness.

• Capital Projects & Spatial Planning: Lead capital engineering projects (CapEx) from scope definition to execution; manage corporate space planning, seating allocations, and internal office relocations.

• Integrated Facility Management (IFM) & Vendor Governance: Direct third-party IFM providers and contractors; manage competitive bidding, contract negotiations, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to maximize cost efficiency and service quality.

• Workplace Operations & General Services: Supervise corporate workplace services—including mail/package logistics, courier partnerships, and the Company Employee Store (inventory replenishment, POS systems, customer service).

• EHS, Quality & Regulatory Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to local regulations, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies, and corporate quality standards (ISO 9001 / Colgate quality guidelines).

• Budget Management & Sustainability: Develop and govern OpEx and CapEx facility budgets; drive utility monitoring, waste reduction, and site energy-efficiency initiatives.

• Team Leadership & MRO Management: Coach and develop facilities and general services staff; manage MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) supplies and leverage facility data analytics to drive continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial), Business Administration, Facility Management, or a related discipline.

• At least 4+ years of experience managing facility operations, building engineering infrastructure, supply chain operations, or manufacturing sites.

• At least 3+ years of direct supervisory experience leading multidisciplinary maintenance, facilities, or general services teams.

• Intermediate to Advanced English proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Engineering, or Facility Management.

• Demonstrated track record managing Integrated Facility Management (IFM) contracts, competitive vendor bidding, and corporate lease/SLA negotiations.

• Proficiency in Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM), Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), ERP systems (SAP), and Google Workspace.

• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001) and local EHS regulatory frameworks.