Cybersecurity Operations Manager – EMEA

UL Solutions; Krefeld; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global leader in safety solutions is seeking a Regional Operations Manager to lead operations across multiple EMEA sites. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in operational leadership, cybersecurity, and customer engagement, along with a relevant university degree and significant management experience. This role is pivotal in ensuring consistency and quality while supporting revenue growth and operational excellence.

Qualifikationen

• University degree in relevant engineering or technical fields.
• 12 years of directly related work experience.
• 5 years of management experience.

Aufgaben

• Lead and harmonize operations across EMEA sites.
• Implement standardized processes and cross-training programs.
• Engage with high-value customers and key accounts.
• Contribute to long-range planning and operational roadmaps.
• Build and lead high-performing, cross-functional teams.

Kenntnisse

Operational Leadership

Cybersecurity Expertise

Commercial Acumen

Customer Engagement

Strategic Planning

People Leadership

Ausbildung

University Degree in Engineering or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Regional Operations Manager

We are looking for a new Regional Operations Manager to lead and harmonize operations across multiple EMEA sites.

Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership & Multi‑Site Coordination
• Draws directly from operational synergies highlighted in EMEA operations and multi-site initiatives.
• Ability to lead and harmonize operations across multiple regional sites (e.g., Basingstoke, Netherland , Frankfurt) to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency.
• Strong ownership of lab performance, resource planning, and delivery timelines.
• Capability to implement standardized processes, SOP alignment, and cross‑training programs.
• Cybersecurity Expertise
• Reflected across several internal Cyber/IMS documentation and transition programs.
• Deep understanding of IoT security, and conformity pathways.
• Ability to translate cybersecurity compliance requirements into operational and commercial execution.
• Understanding of emerging cybersecurity market drivers such as CRA Cybersecurity Requirements US Cyber Trust Mark, FDA/MDR impacts, etc.
• Commercial & Business Acumen
• Strong alignment with the commercial mindset referenced in several CMIT and EMEA business files.
• Proven ability to support revenue growth, margin improvement, and operational efficiency.
• Understanding of how cybersecurity services integrate into regional commercial strategies and GTM alignment.
• Ability to collaborate with sales, industry leaders, and marketing to build sustainable pipelines.
• Skill in identifying premium service opportunities, bundled offerings, and cross‑COU synergies.
• Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
• Strength in engaging high‑value customers, supporting key accounts, and aligning service delivery with customer expectations.
• Ability to act as a bridge between technical, operational, commercial, and compliance teams.
• Support for customer‑facing initiatives
• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Ability to contribute to long‑range planning and develop operational roadmaps that align with regional and global strategies.
• Experience in building operational excellence programs, automation initiatives, and capability expansion
• Proficiency in risk assessment for operational capacity, regulatory shifts, and competitive dynamics.
• People Leadership & Development
• Track record of building high‑performing, cross‑functional teams.
• Focus on talent development, culture building, and change management
• Ability to lead teams through digital transformation (AI, cybersecurity, automation).
• Compliance, Quality & Accreditation Awareness
• Understanding of ISO/IEC frameworks, Notified Body expectations, RED NB accreditation workflows, and quality systems.
• Ability to ensure delivery teams remain compliant with global and regional regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• University Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics from an accredited program
• 12 years of directly related work experience
• 5 years of management experience

About UL Solutions

A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Technology, Information and Media