Director of Facilities

About the Role: The Director, Facilities plays a critical role in overseeing all aspects of facilities management across the organization's global footprint. This position requires a strategic leader with exceptional management skills, a strong understanding of facility operations, and the ability to drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness while maintaining high standards of safety and functionality.

Your Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Planning:

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the organization's global facilities in alignment with overall business objectives.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure facilities support the company's growth and expansion initiatives.

1. Facilities Management:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of all facilities, including offices, manufacturing plants, warehouses, and other properties.
• Manage facility budgets, expenses, and capital expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness and compliance with financial targets.
• Develop and implement standards and processes to optimize facility operations, maintenance, and energy usage.
• Coordinate with regional facility managers to ensure consistent standards and practices across all locations.
• Implement sustainable practices to minimize environmental impact and promote corporate social responsibility.

1. Space Planning and Utilization:

• Collaborate with department heads to assess space needs and develop efficient space utilization strategies.
• Oversee space planning initiatives, including office layouts, workstation designs, and expansion projects.

1. Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with local regulations, building codes, and safety standards across all facilities.
• Develop and implement safety protocols and emergency preparedness plans.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure a safe working environment for employees.

1. Vendor Management:

• Manage relationships with external vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Negotiate contracts and service agreements (with Procurement team) to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
• Monitor vendor performance and quality of service delivery.

1. Team Leadership:

• Build and lead a high-performing facilities team and support staff.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities to team members.
• Foster a culture of respect for people, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the facilities department.

Let’s Talk About Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Proven experience in facilities management, with a minimum of 7-10 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of facility operations, maintenance best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans and manage budgets effectively.
• Proficiency in project management and vendor relationship management.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices and energy management strategies.
• Certifications such as CFM (Certified Facility Manager) or PMP (Project Management Professional) are desirable.

Leadership Attributes:

At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about:

• Embrace Diversity and Inclusion – Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness.
• Seek to Listen – Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions.
• Always Learn – Strive to improve; do not quit or settle for the status quo.
• Be Authentic – Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do.
• Win Together – Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to success as one team and One Wabash

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Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:

Wabash is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected class or activity under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions must be based on neutral, legitimate criteria. All employment policies and rules shall be applied equally to similarly situated associates.