Regional Security Manager Europe (EUCE, EUW)

Holcim Supplementary Pension Fund; Zug; Hybrid; CHF 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Family support

Training programs

Meal discounts

Long service awards

Referral bonus

Pension plan

Job summary

Holcim seeks a Regional Security Manager to lead security governance and resilience across Europe from Zug, CH. The role protects people, assets, and reputation, driving risk management and incident response across the region.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in senior security roles, experience in multinational structures, and strong stakeholder engagement. Travel ~30% is required in this regional role.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years in senior security roles, with crisis management focus.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or construction sectors preferred.
• Experience in regional, multinational organizations and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead security governance across Europe region and liaison with country leaders.
• Drive implementation of security standards and resilience programs.
• Provide guidance on risk management, incident response, and crises.
• Oversee regional security operations, KPIs, and improvement actions.
• Coordinate with authorities and external partners during crises.

Skills

Security governance

Crisis management

Risk assessment

Incident response

Stakeholder engagement

Security frameworks

Multinational experience

Travel coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CPP is a plus

Tools

Security monitoring tools

Job description

Regional Security Manager Europe (EUCE, EUW)

Requisition ID: 17074

Location: Zug, CH, 6300

Travel Requirement: 31-40%

Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 48,000 employees in 45 attractive markets – across Europe, Latin America, Asia, Middle East & Africa. Holcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundations and flooring to roofing and walling – powered by premium brands including ECOPlanet, ECOPact, and ECOCycle®. Find out more at www.holcim.com

WHO IS HOLCIM?

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 70,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

Who Are Holcim People

Holcim people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

Role Overview

The Regional Security Manager is responsible for managing and advancing Holcim’s Security operations across the region. This position ensures the protection of Holcim’s employees, assets, ecosystem, and reputation against security risks, including criminal and malicious acts. The role involves overseeing the implementation of security policies and frameworks in the region, driving performance improvements, and fostering a culture of security awareness throughout the organization. The Regional Security Manager will play a key role in crisis management and regional security incident response, supporting Holcim’s goal to be a leader in safety, resilience, and security within the building materials industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Security & Resilience governance related responsibilities:
• Act as Group Security and Resilience liaison manager with the country security managers/coordinators (CSM/CSC), the country CEOs, and the Heads of Central and East Europe (EUCE) or West Europe (EUW).
• Drive the consistent implementation of Holcim’s Security & Resilience governance in the Europe (EUCE or EUW) region.
• Assist the CSM/CSC with the implementation and continuous improvement of Holcim’s Security & Resilience governance in their country.
• Provide expert guidance to the business in the proactive management of security risks, ensuring the protection of people, assets, and reputation.
• Deliver and support training and awareness programs to embed a culture of security and resilience in the region.
• Maintain regional situational awareness, including internal and external risk assessments, to inform business decision-making.
• Develop and maintain relationships with governments, authorities, international agencies, and private security providers.
• Crisis Management and Incident Response:
• Oversee and coordinate regional security operations to ensure they are aligned with corporate standards and respond effectively to security incidents.
• Oversee the monitoring and reporting of security incidents, KPIs, and risk issues to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Oversee corrective actions for performance gaps and ensure the implementation of improvement plans.
• Advise regional leadership and country teams on security strategy, response plans, and risk management initiatives.
• Support in responding to security incidents and crises.
• Has delegated authority to initiate first‑response measures in regional security incidents, in line with Group protocols.
• Engage with public authorities, private sector partners, and external stakeholders during crises to ensure coordinated response efforts.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Specific work experience:
• At least 10 years of experience in senior management roles within security, focusing on the protection of assets and crisis management.
• Proven experience in the manufacturing, industrial, or construction sectors is preferred.
• Experience working in a regional, complex organizational structure, dealing with multi‑national risks and operations.
• Expertise in corporate security frameworks, risk management, and incident response strategies.
• Strong understanding of security technologies, including threat detection, and crisis communication tools.
• Other skills:
• Results‑oriented, with a focus on exceeding goals and continuously improving security practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster collaboration across functions, regions, and external stakeholders.
• High ethical standards aligned with Holcim’s values, demonstrating transparency, trustworthiness, and integrity.

Level Of Education/qualifications Normally Required

• Bachelor's Degree
• Military or law enforcement experience is a plus
• Certified Protection Professional (CPP) is a plus

Language Skills

• Fluent in English and French or German.
• Any other language of the region is a plus.

Mobility requirements

• International travel is required (at least. 30%) for regional security coordination, crisis management, and stakeholder engagements

Benefits

• Hybrid work contract
• Family Support: Subsidized childcare and paid maternity/paternity leave
• Professional Growth: Company‑sponsored training and professional development.
• Discounts and Perks: Subsidized meals, exclusive discounts, and company gifts for special occasions.
• Long‑service awards
• Employee referral bonus
• Pension and Savings: Access to a comprehensive pension fund and an employee savings scheme.

Holcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We support equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.

Do you want to work in an international and dynamic working environment with attractive benefits? We are looking for colleagues to join our team to build progress for people and the planet.