Manager, BCP / Emergency Preparedness
Leeds
Posted 4 days ago
Early applicant
On-site
Full-time
Senior Level
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Job Function
Environmental Health, Safety (EH&S) and Facilities Services (FS)
Job Sub Function
Facilities Management & Planning
Job Category
Professional
All Job Posting Locations:
Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Job Description
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Manager, BCP / Emergency Preparedness located in Raynham, Massachusetts, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Warsaw, Indiana, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, Cork, Ireland or Leeds, UK.
Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):
Raynham, MA, West Chester, PA, Warsaw, IN, Palm Beach Gardens, FL - Requisition Number: R-072505
UK- Requisition Number: R-073304
Ireland - Requisition Number: R-073306
Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
The Manager, BCP & Emergency Preparedness is responsible for designing, governing, and enabling facilities‑related business continuity and emergency preparedness programs across the DPS global facilities portfolio (~110 locations). This role ensures that DPS sites are prepared, resilient, and capable of responding to disruptive events that impact facilities, infrastructure, or workplace operations.
This position serves as 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.
The Manager, BCP / Emergency Preparedness is responsible for leading business continuity planning (BCP) and emergency preparedness programs to ensure organizational resilience across DePuy Synthes. This role plays a critical part in protecting employees, operations, and assets by ensuring the company is prepared to respond effectively to disruptions, emergencies, and crises. The position offers high visibility, cross‑functional collaboration, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on enterprise risk management and operational continuity.
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
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Required Skills
Preferred Skills:
Analytics Dashboards, Collaborating, Data-Driven Decision Making, Facility Management, Facility Management Software, Fact-Based Decision Making, Performance Measurement, Process Improvements, Resource Allocation, Risk Management, Security Program Development, Subject Matter Experts (SME) Collaboration, Technical Credibility, Vendor Management, Vendor Selection, Workplace Accessibility
Skills
Business Continuity
Emergency Preparedness
Risk Management
Crisis Management
Analytical Skills
Organizational Skills
Problem-Solving
Communication
Collaboration
Training
Leadership
Decision Making
Continuous Improvement
Regulatory Compliance
Facility Management
Scenario Planning
Location
Leeds