Director, Facility Management

Genmab; København; Hybrid; DKK 1,177,000 - 1,765,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health benefits

Parental leave

Flexible work

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Genmab, a global biotechnology company based in Copenhagen, seeks a Global Facility Management Lead to establish global standards, governance, and an operating model for Facilities Management across its portfolio. You will shape frameworks, policies, and technology, enabling high-quality operations while supporting regional teams and balancing local needs.

You will lead the development of global service models, SLAs, dashboards, and governance processes, partnering with regional leaders to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Admin, Architecture, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 12+ years in Facilities Management, Workplace Operations, CRE, or related fields in global org, 5+ in regulated/lab/manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing global facilities standards, governance frameworks, and operating models.
• Experience with strategic sourcing and vendor performance management.
• Strong expertise in service governance, sourcing, supplier performance, contract lifecycle, and excellence across global portfolios.
• Experience in matrixed multinational organizations and influencing stakeholders without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve Genmab's global Facilities Management standards, policies, governance, and operating procedures.
• Define global Facilities Management service delivery models and establish procedures across regions and sites.
• Develop and maintain global metrics, SLAs, dashboards, and performance frameworks.
• Establish governance processes for consistency, quality, and continuous improvement across regions.
• Partner with regional Workplace and Facilities leaders to implement global standards while enabling local flexibility.
• Develop global vendor qualification standards and collaborate on sourcing strategies, contracts, and supplier performance.
• Lead strategic supplier governance and manage global FM service providers.
• Drive global FM technology strategy and implementation of workplace management platforms.
• Collaborate with Digital and BE teams to improve reporting, analytics, automation, and data quality.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through benchmarking and continuous improvement.
• Provide SME to regional Facilities and Workplace teams.
• Support risk management, business continuity, and ESG integration.
• Monitor industry trends to evolve Genmab's global FM strategy.

Skills

Global governance

Stakeholder influence

Facilities operations

Performance management

Sustainability ESG

Change management

Vendor governance

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's in Facilities Mgmt

Master's preferred

Tools

IWMS

CMMS

CAFM

Dashboards

Job description

At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary® futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines® that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals’ unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees.

Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so.

Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us!

The Role

As the Global Facility Management Lead, you will establish global standards, governance, and operating model for Facilities Management across Genmab's portfolio. You will establish frameworks, policies, technologies, and standard processes that enable high-quality operations while supporting regional and site teams in delivering exceptional workplace experiences. You will influence stakeholders across a matrixed global organization without direct operational responsibility for regional teams. Through collaboration, strategic leadership, and continuous improvement, you will ensure Genmab's facilities operate under consistent global standards while maintaining the flexibility needed to address local business needs.

Work arrangement:

This role offers flexibility to work away from the office for 20%–40% of a typical schedule. Employees may use this work schedule in increments of single days or multiple consecutive days, provided it does not exceed 40% within a 60-day period, and is approved by the hiring manager.

The Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve Genmab's global Facilities Management standards, policies, governance frameworks, and operating procedures.
• Define global Facilities Management service delivery models and establish procedures across all regions and sites.
• Develop and maintain global metrics, service level agreements (SLAs), dashboards, and performance management frameworks.
• Establish governance processes that drive consistency, quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across regions.
• Partner with regional Workplace and Facilities leaders to support implementation of global standards while enabling local flexibility where appropriate.
• Develop global vendor qualification standards and collaborate with Procurement on sourcing strategies, contract frameworks, and supplier performance management.
• Lead strategic supplier governance and support the management of global Facilities Management service providers.
• Drive global Facilities Management technology strategy and implementation of workplace management platforms.
• Partner with Digital and Business Effectiveness teams to improve reporting, analytics, automation, and data quality supporting Facilities Management operations.
• Find opportunities to improve operational efficiency through benchmarking, analytics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide subject matter expertise to regional Facilities and Workplace teams.
• Support risk management, operational resilience, business continuity, and compliance initiatives
• Collaborate with ESG, Finance, and Facilities peers to integrate environmental, energy management, and ESG objectives into global Facilities Management standards.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and standard methodologies to continually evolve Genmab's global Facilities Management strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Architecture, or a related subject area; Master's / advanced degree preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in Facilities Management, Workplace Operations, Corporate Real Estate, or related fields within a global organization, 5+ of those in a regulated or lab or manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience developing global facilities management standards, governance frameworks, and operating models.
• Experience with strategic sourcing and vendor performance management.
• Strong expertise in global Facilities Management operating models and service delivery strategies, with responsibility for service governance, strategic sourcing, supplier performance, contract lifecycle management, and operational excellence across a global portfolio.
• Experience working in highly matrixed, multinational organizations and influencing stakeholders without direct authority.
• Strong expertise in workplace and facilities operations, including predictive asset maintenance strategies, enterprise asset lifecycle management, reliability and maintenance excellence, capital replacement planning, space and occupancy management, and continuous improvement across global facility portfolios
• Experience implementing and optimizing Facilities Management technologies (IWMS, CMMS, CAFM, smart building solutions).
• Proven analytical capabilities with experience developing KPIs, dashboards, and data-driven performance management programs.
• Experience leading operational excellence, process improvement, and transformation initiatives.
• Knowledge of sustainability, energy management, ESG reporting, and environmental compliance related to Facilities Management.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, facilitation, and change management skills.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with practical implementation across global locations
• Willingness to travel internationally as required (approximately 10–20%).

For US based candidates, the proposed salary band for this position is as follows:

$182,720.00---$274,080.00

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives.

When You Join Genmab, You’re Joining a Culture That Supports Your Physical, Financial, Social, And Emotional Wellness. Within The First Year, Regular Full-time U.S. Employees Are Eligible For

• 401(k) Plan: 100% match on the first 6% of contributions
• Health Benefits: Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary Plans: Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave
• Support Resources: Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well-being support
• Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses

Further details on eligibility for compensation and benefits based on role will be provided during the recruitment process

About Genmab

Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose to improve the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, its hard-working, innovative and collaborative team has invented next-generation antibody technology platforms and harnessed translational, quantitative and data sciences, resulting in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T-cell engagers, antibody-drug conjugates, next-generation immune checkpoint modulators and effector function-enhanced antibodies. By 2030, Genmab’s vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock-Your-Socks-Off (KYSO®) antibody medicines.

Established in 1999, Genmab is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with international presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit Genmab.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

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