Business Continuity Manager

Senior Business Continuity Manager (f/m/d)

Heidelberg | Full time

For our Department Digital-Security , we are looking for a (Senior) Business Continuity Manager (f/m/d). The position is based at our Headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany, and reports to the position Lead Business Continuity Manager.

At Heidelberg Materials, we are committed to providing reliable and resilient IT and business services even in the face of emergencies and other disruptive events. You will be part of our growing Security team and support in developing and implementing our global Business & IT Service Continuity Management Program.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

• Conducting Risk Assessments and Business Impact Analyses to identify critical services and dependencies.

• Supporting departments and sites in designing, maintaining, and continuously improving Business and IT Service Continuity Plans to ensure minimal disruption to business operations during emergencies.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to test and refine Continuity Plans through regular drills and simulations.

• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards related to Business and IT Service Continuity and Disaster Recovery.

• Supporting Disaster Recovery and Crisis Management Teams during disruptive incidents.

YOUR PROFILE

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field.

• Proven experience (> 5 years) in IT Service Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Information Security, or Risk Management within a corporate environment or the public sector (operational experience in Emergency Services or Crisis Management Teams is a plus).

• Strong understanding of relevant standards and regulations related to Business Continuity and Information Security (including NIS-2, NIST, ITIL, ISO 22301, ISO 27031, BSI 200-4 etc.).

• Experience in utilizing generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools to enhance productivity (e.g. Microsoft Copilot, OpenAI/ChatGPT).

• Proven ability to lead and collaborate effectively in high-pressure, time-sensitive situations, including emergencies.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of working effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Excellent verbal and written skills in both English and German (minimum C1).

OUR OFFER

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, 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.)

• Modern headquarters next to the river Neckar with ergonomic workplaces and height-adjustable desks

• Canteen with discounted and healthy meals

• Bicycle and underground parking with charging stations – for e-bike and car

... and much more.