Manager, BCP / Emergency Preparedness in Leeds

We are recruiting for a Manager, BCP / Emergency Preparedness who will design, govern, and enable facilities‑related business continuity and emergency preparedness programs across DePuy Synthes’s global facilities portfolio (~110 sites). The role reports to the global program owner for FM‑related continuity planning and emergency response, partnering with Regional FM Directors, Site Services, Security, EHS, and Enterprise BCM teams.

Scope of Role:

• Global footprint: ~110 DPS sites
• Functional scope: FM BCP, emergency preparedness, crisis readiness, response frameworks
• Geographic reach: Global (Americas, EMEA, APAC)
• Authority: Global frameworks, standards, readiness requirements; regional/site execution

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and maintain the FM BCP and Emergency Preparedness framework, aligned with enterprise BCM standards.
• Ensure facilities‑related risks (infrastructure failure, utilities disruption, site access issues) are addressed in continuity plans.
• Establish emergency response standards, playbooks, and site readiness requirements.
• Partner with regional FM and site teams to conduct drills, exercises, and readiness assessments.
• Support crisis response during events, providing structured escalation and decision support.
• Lead post‑incident reviews and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership with readiness metrics, risk insights, and preparedness trends.
• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of business continuity and emergency preparedness programs.
• Ensure alignment of site‑level and functional BCP plans with enterprise standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments, business impact analyses, and scenario planning to identify vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate emergency response planning, drills, and exercises to test readiness and improve response capabilities.
• Partner with EHSS, Facilities, IT, Supply Chain, and business leaders to integrate continuity planning across functions.
• Monitor program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement based on lessons learned and best practices.
• Provide training, guidance, and subject‑matter expertise on BCP and emergency preparedness to stakeholders.

Core Capabilities:

• Business continuity and emergency preparedness program design
• Crisis readiness and response coordination
• Risk assessment and mitigation planning
• Global governance and enablement
• Cross‑functional coordination

Competencies:

• Strong risk and crisis management judgment
• Ability to lead through influence in matrixed environments
• Calm decision‑making under pressure
• Clear, structured communication

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Emergency Management, Risk Management, Engineering, or a related field required
• Advanced degree or professional training in business continuity, emergency management, or risk management preferred

Experience and Skills Required:

• 6-8 years of progressive experience in business continuity, emergency preparedness, risk management, or related operational roles
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing BCP and emergency response programs
• Strong understanding of risk assessment, business impact analysis, and continuity planning methodologies
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional collaboration in a matrixed organization
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including training and presentations

Preferred:

• Experience in a regulated, manufacturing, or global organization
• Experience supporting crisis management or incident response teams
• Familiarity with global continuity standards and frameworks
• Experience driving program maturity and continuous improvement initiatives

Other:

• Language: English proficiency required
• Travel: Up to 25%, primarily domestic
• Certifications: Business Continuity or Emergency Management certifications (e.g., CBCP, MBCI, CEM) preferred, not required