Operational Manager dsm-firmenich FIT

Job title – Operational Manager dsm-firmenich FIT (73041)

Location – Maastricht, Netherlands 

Job model – Hybrid

We are looking for a:

Operational Manager dsm-firmenich FIT

to strengthen our team in Maastricht. 

As an Operational Manager you will lead the operational efforts of dsm-firmenich's FIT department, managing a dedicated team to enhance occupational health, wellbeing, and employability services for employees and management in the Netherlands. By translating strategic visions into actionable plans, managing impactful projects, and ensuring Health & Wellbeing is prioritized at all organizational levels, you drive sustainable progress. Your role involves aligning internal and external developments with tactical and operational goals, fostering strong stakeholder connections, and contributing to dsm-firmenich's global health strategy.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Responsible for the operational lead of the FIT department, with the purpose to further strengthen, develop, organize, and deliver (team-)services & expertise with regard to occupational health (WVP, absenteeism guidance, Arbo Services), wellbeing, and employability to dsm-firmenich management, dsm-firmenich employers and dsm-firmenich employees in the Netherlands (tactical role) and deliver integrated health management services (operational role) for dsm-firmenich in NL. 
• Execute the strategic vision for dsm-firmenich FIT as set by the dsm-firmenich FIT team and DNL; assure the strategic goals are achieved.
• Make sure that Health and Wellbeing is a topic on the managerial agenda (business leaders, regionals leaders, works counsel). 
• Translate developments with respect to Health & Wellbeing at customers side and in the public domain into tactical/operational long/short term plans incl KPI’s, interventions, etc and position DSMF FIT accordingly. 
• Manage relevant projects in line with the roadmap 2025-2027.
• Communications management – set-up, manage and execute a communications year plan. 
• Contribute to the global strategy on Health & Wellbeing when being consulted by relevant stakeholders.

We bring 

• A supportive team where collaboration is key for success. We have an open atmosphere, and we take ownership of our tasks to get things done.
• A dynamic work environment with many challenges that give you the possibility to work autonomously and with a team in finding the right solutions.
• Be part of an organization where sustainability employability isn't just a headline but is embedded in our strategy and processes, enabling you to make a meaningful impact on the world.
• Experience a culture that places safety and well-being at its core, caring for both your physical and mental health.
• Based on your experience, we will offer you a base salary of € 60,142 to € 113,628 per year (including holiday allowance and 13th month) and extra benefits, such as 25 holiday days, a bonus, the option to buy more holiday days with a 6% my choice budget and much more.

You Bring  

• Preference of extended experience in health and wellbeing (including ARBO/WVP). 
• Managerial experience & competences.
• Proven relentless drive for continuous improvement and performance.
• Strong fit with the dsm-firmenich Leadership Model.
• Preference of experience communications and project management.
• Able to and passionate about building the dsm-firmenich FIT team, creating an inspiring and inclusive work environment, stimulating performance and development of employees.
• Fluent speaking Dutch and English.

The application process 

Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal. Due to privacy regulations, we can only actively interact with applications via our career portal. If you have any questions, please contact Julita Straszak, Talent Acquisition Business Partner (julita.straszak@dsm-firmenich.com). 

Equal Opportunities Commitment 

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate, there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet.

dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

www.dsm-firmenich.com

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