Head of Processes Management

Ref.: 24-110_MS_AG

About the instutution

The Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBELL) is a leading research center located in the southern part of Barcelona. It brings together the biomedical research efforts of the Bellvitge University Hospital (HUB), the Catalan Institute of Oncology (ICO), and the University of Barcelona (UB) on the Bellvitge Campus. As of January 1st, 2020, IDIBELL has also integrated the Centre of Regenerative Medicine (CMRB).

IDIBELL’s primary research areas include cancer, neuroscience, translational medicine, and regenerative medicine. With a strong emphasis on research, innovation, and societal impact, IDIBELL's mission is to enhance the quality of life for citizens.

As part of the CERCA institution of the Generalitat of Catalonia, IDIBELL has established itself as a nationally and internationally recognized leader in biomedical research. In 2009, it was among the first five Spanish research centers to be certified as a health research institute by the Carlos III Institute of Health. More recently, the European Commission awarded IDIBELL the HRS4R logo (Excellence in Human Resources in Research), recognizing its commitment to implementing the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment and Management of Researchers.

IDIBELL’s dedication to excellence in people management further strengthens its position as a prestigious center for biomedical research.

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced candidate to lead the Processes Area at IDIBELL. This individual will report directly to the Managing Director and will be responsible for developing and implementing organization-wide process policies. This role demands a proactive leader with a strong understanding of process management and a commitment to driving continuous improvement within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute the Processes Management strategy for IDIBELL, including budget allocation, detailed planning, and setting clear timeframes to achieve strategic goals.
• Strategic Alignment: Ensure alignment between the Processes Management Area and IDIBELL’s main partners within the campus.
• Root Cause Analysis: Lead root cause analysis efforts and prioritize processes that are critical to IDIBELL’s operations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully implement various process management projects across the organization.
• Process Design & Implementation: Oversee the design and implementation of processes across the organization, monitor key metrics, and ensure cohesive operation throughout IDIBELL.
• Reporting & Analysis: Provide regular reports on Processes Management metrics, conduct thorough analyses, and offer informed recommendations for decision-making.

Job requirements

Professional experience

• Proven track record in Processes, Operations, and Quality areas, with at least 5 years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in applying lean methodologies to optimize processes and improve efficiency
• Prior experience in designing and implementing procedures and policies in Operations within service companies is essential
• Knowledge and expertise in operations across various management areas (e.g., Human Resources, Finance, Purchasing, Logistics, Marketing, IT) is highly desirable and considered a strong plus

Education and training

• Holder of a university degree (preferably in Engineering, though other relevant fields will also be considered)

Technical & soft skills

• Results-Oriented: Focused on achieving outcomes, with a pragmatic and proactive approach, ready to handle unexpected challenges
• Teamwork: Strong team-working skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects of varying complexity and prioritize effectively when faced with conflicting demands
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal abilities, with a strong sense of responsibility, empathy, and discretion
• Resource Management: Capable of working within budget constraints and continuously seeking to optimize resource use
• Service-Oriented: Highly adaptable, detail-oriented, and capable of multi-tasking, with a commitment to ongoing learning and development

Languages

• Advanced proficiency in both written and spoken English and Catalan/Spanish

We will value, but not require

• A Master's degree in Operations is an added advantage

What do we offer

•  No. of positions: 1
•  Estimated start date: Ass soon ass possible
•  Contract duration: Permanent
•  Estimated annual gross salary: 35.000 € - 38.000 €, plus variable compensation depending on the candidate's profile. 
•  You will be part of a multicultural team. We have a fun loving and friendly international work environment.
•  Flexible working schedule - We know you have a life outside of work and we will work with you to make sure it's kept that way.
•  Possibility to work some days in remote - Teleworking
•  26 working days of holiday per year
•  System of accumulated hours for employees, from 88 to 104 hours depending on the year (11 to 13 working days), to attend to personal matters.
•  Paid leave package
•  Benefits of constant training are offered
•  We offer and promote diverse and inclusive conditions. Applicants are made free from any discrimination. Specifically IDIBELL works to improve gender equality in all areas with the aim of achieving gender balance, but maintaining the most scrupulous respect to any choice at the level of gender identity. Please express yourself freely, safely and non-binarily, if that's the case.

Deadline: Please submit your application by 15/09/2024

Data protection notice

In compliance with the obligations established in the General Regulation of Data Protection (RGPD), which is the Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the Parliament and of the Council, of April 27, 2016, and the Organic Law 3/2018, of December 5, Protection of Personal Data and guarantee of digital rights, it is reported that the Institut d'Investigació Biomèdica de Bellvitge (IDIBELL), CIF G58863317, with address Av. Granvia de l'Hospitalet, 199-203, 08908, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, will process your personal data, as the controller, to apply for the position, maintain communication concerning the status of the candidature, to access the delivered CV; to compare that your data is in accordance with the offers announced by IDIBELL and to verify, where appropriate, that the information provided is accurate.

You can find more information in our Privacy Policy at https://idibell.cat/en/privacy-policy-2/, request more information about the data processing carried out and exercise your rights of access, rectification, deletion, opposition, portability, limitation of processing by sending a request at email: dataprotection@idibell.cat. If you consider that you have not obtained satisfaction in exercising your rights, you may submit a claim to Catalan Data Protection Authority.

Our institute

IDIBELL is a research center that integrates the biomedical research of the Bellvitge University Hospital (HUB), the Catalan Institute of Oncology (ICO), and the University of Barcelona in the Bellvitge Campus (UB), and the Viladecans Hospital (HV). The research focuses of IDIBELL are cancer, neuroscience, translational medicine and regenerative medicine. Research, innovation and society are the pivots on which researchers work every day in order to improve the quality of life of citizens.

Observations

The 'HR Excellence in Research' award represents IDIBELL’s commitment to the implementation of Human Resources policies, which oversee the attracting and development of talent in an open, transparent, and based on personal merit, in alignment with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment Researchers (Charter and Code).

IDIBELL is committed to the principles of the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers of the European Commission and the implementation of open, transparent and merit-based recruitment (OTMR).