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Group Real Estate & Workplace PropTech Lead

Country/Region:  ES
Job function:  GWS

Location: Europe, Preferably Barcelona (Spain) or Kaiseraugst (Switzerland)


Place of work: Hybrid

 

Are you ready to step into a role that's pivotal in shaping the future of real estate and workplace strategies? dsm-firmenich aims to be at the forefront of real estate, workplace, and facilities management industry through innovative Property Technology (Prop Tech) solutions.

 

We are seeking a motivated and forward-thinking PropTech Lead to join the GREW Performance & Excellence team, with a primary focus on leveraging technology to optimize real estate, workplace, facilities projects, facilities management, and global travel.


GREW PropTech lead will drive the adoption and integration of cutting-edge technology solutions to generate real-time insights and disrupt ways of working, while closely collaborating with our Digital & Technology teams.

 

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.

 

Your key responsibilities

 

  • PropTech Strategy: Develop and execute a PropTech strategy to support, enhance and boost GREW strategy by leveraging industry best practices and the broader PropTech industry innovations; Enhance real estate, workplace, facilities, and travel functions through technology; collaborate closely with the D&T teams to ensure synergy and integration of technology initiatives.
  • Real Estate and Workplace Technology: Implement PropTech solutions to optimize space utilization, enhance employee experience, and support workplace flexibility; Leverage IoT, data analytics, and automation for smarter real estate decisions; Foster innovation in workspace design and workplace management.
  • Facilities Project Technology: Utilize PropTech tools for streamlined project management, from planning to execution; Incorporate digital solutions for efficient resource allocation and tracking; ensure facilities projects are aligned with technology-driven objectives.
  • Facilities Management Optimization: leverage PropTech to enhance maintenance and asset lifecycle management; enhance and disrupt facilities management practices through data-driven insights and automation; collaborate on sustainability initiatives through technology-driven solutions.
  • Global Travel Technology: collaborate with head of global travel to design technology-enabled travel policies and booking systems; Leverage Tech for efficient travel management.
  • Collaboration with Digital & Tech Teams: Work closely with the D&T teams to ensure seamless integration of PropTech initiatives; Provide expertise and insights to enhance data analytics, automation, and digital tools ; collaborate on cross-functional technology projects to drive innovation.


We bring

 

  • A professional and friendly environment where your unique perspective and skillset will be valued within and beyond your work responsibilities
  • A strong team, led by an inspiring vision, eager to drive cultural and process change throughout GREW and dsm-firmenich
  • A flexible work environment that empowers each one of us to take accountability for our work and own the outcome
  • A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both mental and physical 
  • A safe space to grow and experiment by encouraging and supporting curiosity and agile methodology


You bring

 

  • Experience in field relevant to GREW activities and expertise in PropTech/technology; proven track record (min. 10 years) in designing, leading and deploying technology strategies to enhance performance
  • Strong understanding of IoT, data analytics, and automation applicable to the context of real estate and facilities management.
  • Excellent leadership and collaboration skills; Tenacity in the pursuit of goals and objectives as well as a demonstrable ability to listen, influence and build common goals through a passion for new technology.
  • Ability to communicate complex technology concepts to non-technical stakeholders; excellent communication skills, ability to influence and shape innovative thinking and solutions, respect for cultural differences, collaborative mindset, and strong technological understanding.
  • Work experience in/with a multinational organization including global cross-cultural teams & diverse regional environments


 
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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.

About dsm-firmenich

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.

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