Site Operations Lead; Office Manager

Overview

Be an essential element to a brighter future. We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Our core values are the foundation for success with our people, customers and the planet.

Job Title
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Site Operations Lead (Office Manager) –

Location:

Digital Technology Hub, Whitefield, Bengaluru

• Facilities Operations & Service Coordination: governance of Albemarle Hub facilities, space optimization, facilities stock management (utility, housekeeping, office supplies, pantry items, beverages), and coordination of essential services (maintenance, reception, archiving, mailing, cleaning, waste disposal, security).
• Procurement & Vendor Management: support local sourcing for office services, IT support, facilities, logistics, and professional services; coordinate bidding processes; maintain procurement documentation; ensure compliance with policies, regulations and GST; assist with supplier onboarding and due diligence; coordinate contract reviews and renewals; track spend, contract status, and supplier performance; review invoices for accuracy; ensure segregation of duties and escalate policy exceptions;
  
  act as local contact for audits and compliance inquiries.
• Contract & Compliance Support: support compliance with Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies;
• Site Operations Budget Management: end-to-end budget planning, consolidation and reporting; assist leadership in tracking actuals versus budget and driving corrective actions; optimize resource allocation and spending.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting: align operational plans with WHQ, regional and site leadership; prepare executive reports, dashboards and financial reviews; support audits and corporate reporting.
• Compliance & Safety Management: ensure facilities meet health, safety and regulatory standards; adhere to workplace safety legislation; own site business continuity planning in coordination with global compliance.
• Emergency Response & Issue Resolution: respond to workplace emergencies and implement solutions to mitigate impact and restore operations.
• Visitor Management: oversee daily visitor operations, coordinate with reception and security, maintain visitor logs and ensure safety and confidentiality; arrange logistics for stakeholder visits.
• IT Town Hall & Event Management: plan and execute IT town halls and internal events; coordinate with IT, facilities, communications and leadership; manage event logistics and feedback; administer IT Asset Management as local POC per IT policies.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Strong English communication skills (oral and written).
• Minimum 10 years of administrative/facility management experience.
• Experience in establishing VMO, governing vendors, driving RFPs, and contracts.
• Good understanding of GCC ecosystem and enabling drivers; familiarity with employee engagement and CSR support.
• Strong problem analysis and solution skills; proficient in MS Office (Office, Excel, PPT, etc.).
• Proactive, communicative, self-disciplined and results-oriented.
• Preference for familiarity with global tools such as SAP, Concur, Ariba, Workday.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Resources to support you professionally and personally

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. By joining Albemarle, you contribute to a more resilient future with competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources for well-being and growth.