Global Technical Governance Manager

SGS; Milano; Ibrido; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading company in the technical governance sector is seeking a Global Technical Governance Manager in Milan. This role involves providing technical guidance, developing documentation, and managing compliance with international standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in conformity assessment and strong leadership skills, with a focus on quality assurance and regulatory matters. Remote or hybrid work options are available.

Competenze

• At least 10 years of experience in the industry.
• Minimum 5 years of management or supervisory experience in conformity assessment.
• Experience in multicultural environments.

Mansioni

• Provide guidance to networks in compliance with accreditation requirements.
• Develop technical documentation for products and sectors.
• Lead collaboration efforts within the group to expand business activities.

Conoscenze

Quality Assurance

Laboratory Testing

Conformity Assessment

Trade export procedures

Technical regulations

Product certification

ISO 17020

ISO 17065

ISO 17025

Training skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

The Global Technical Governance Manager, reporting to the Vice President of Global Operations for Governments and Institutions, will be part of the Connectivity & Products Global Business Line.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Act as the global Technical Manager providing guidance to networks (Inspection Centers and Certification Centers) in compliance with accreditation requirements such as ISO / IEC 17020, ISO / IEC 17065, SASO & SFDA accreditation, and other standards from National Standards Bodies related to PCA Contracts.
2. Provide product technical files for presentation to Accreditation or Standards Bodies to request or suggest modifications to standards and address local deviations.
3. Develop technical documentation for products and sectors for submission to Government Agencies as needed.
4. Offer technical advice and guidance to the Standardization and Operations teams on PCA operations issues.
5. Contribute technical elements to appeals against decisions by Principals or Accreditation Bodies regarding penalties or accreditation suspensions.
6. Design new Certification Schemes for emerging business opportunities in sectors requiring standardized processes for health, safety, and quality validation.
7. Investigate national quality management infrastructure to develop technical proposals for conformity assessment services in response to tenders or proposals.
8. Provide technical and policy recommendations on conformity assessment business matters, including global trends and new business opportunities.
9. Lead collaboration efforts within the C&P group and with other SBUs to expand business activities.
10. Assist in business development by identifying opportunities and creating new service offerings related to conformity assessment and trade facilitation.
11. Prepare and deliver training to SGS PCA Program clients, covering standards such as ISO / IEC 17065, 17067, 17020, WTO Technical Barriers to Trade, and National Quality Infrastructure.
12. Update and innovate PCA risk assessment methodologies as needed.

Qualifications:

Educational / Professional Qualifications & Experience:

1. Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
2. At least 10 years of experience in the industry, with expertise in areas such as:

Technical Regulations (WTOTBT rules):

• Quality Assurance
• Laboratory Testing
• Conformity Assessment (certification / accreditation)
• Trade export procedures, technical regulations, and documentation
• Product certification or conformity assessment processes, product specifications, standards, and customs classification
• Conformity assessment regimes (e.g., EU Directives, US CPSC, GCC)
• Minimum 5 years of management or supervisory experience in conformity assessment
• Working knowledge of ISO 17020, 17065, 17025 standards
• Experience in multicultural environments
• Strong training skills
• Regulatory experience with Standards Bodies, Ministries, or Trade organizations

Additional Information:

We are seeking candidates based in Italy. The work model can be remote or hybrid.

Remote Work Employment Type:

Key Skills:

Bidding, Integration, Temporary Projects, ABB, Elevator Maintenance, Application Engineering

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1

Location: Milano, Lombardy, Italy