Manager, Global Security & Emergency Preparedness

The Opportunity: At Avantor, people are the most important part of our success because they drive our global performance. That’s why our Operations, Lab Services, Sales, and many other Avantor teams rely on our talent acquisition initiatives to attract, engage and hire the right talent. Avantor’s EHSS&S vertical is a crucial part of this mix, enabling all our internal teams worldwide to grow beyond their limits. The Global Manager, Security & Emergency Preparedness is responsible for the strategic development, implementation, governance, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide security and emergency preparedness programs. This role ensures the protection of employees, contractors, visitors, facilities, assets, information, and business operations across global locations through proactive risk management, emergency planning, incident preparedness, and resilience strategies. As a key member of the Global EHS&S organization, the position partners closely with Operations, Facilities, Human Resources, Supply Chain, Regional EHS&S teams, Legal, Business Continuity, and executive leadership to identify, assess, and mitigate security threats and operational vulnerabilities. The role drives a risk-based, prevention-focused approach that strengthens organizational resilience, enhances emergency readiness, and supports business continuity objectives across all regions. The incumbent serves as the enterprise subject matter expert for physical security, emergency preparedness, workplace violence prevention, crisis response, and security risk management, ensuring programs align with regulatory expectations, industry best practices, and organizational objectives. What we’re looking for: Education: Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, Occupational Safety, Risk Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Military Science, or a related field. One or more of the following certifications: Certified Protection Professional (CPP) Physical Security Professional (PSP) Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) Associate Emergency Manager (AEM) Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) training Experience: 8-12 years of progressive experience in physical security, emergency management, risk management, law enforcement, military operations, industrial safety, or related fields. Minimum 5 years of leadership experience supporting multi-site, regional, or global operations. Experience developing and managing enterprise security and/or emergency preparedness programs. Experience conducting security risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and mitigation planning. Experience leading emergency response exercises, drills, and preparedness initiatives. Experience influencing and collaborating with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders. Experience supporting manufacturing, laboratory, distribution, logistics, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or industrial operations. Preferred Experience supporting global operations across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Experience integrating security, crisis management, business continuity, and emergency preparedness programs. Experience managing security service providers and contracted security personnel. Experience utilizing security technology platforms, analytics tools, and incident management systems. Who are you: Knowledge Physical security systems and program management. Security risk assessment methodologies and threat analysis. Emergency preparedness, emergency response, and crisis management principles. Incident Command System (ICS) and emergency management frameworks. Workplace violence prevention and threat assessment practices. Business continuity and organizational resilience concepts. Regulatory requirements and industry standards related to security and emergency preparedness. Manufacturing, laboratory, warehouse, logistics, and industrial operating environments. Skills Strategic planning and program development. Risk identification, analysis, and mitigation planning. Crisis leadership and emergency decision-making. Project management and execution. Data analysis and performance measurement. Budget management and resource allocation. Change management and organizational influence. Training facilitation and presentation delivery. Vendor and contractor management. Abilities Translate complex risks into practical business solutions. Build strong partnerships across all levels of the organization. Influence without direct authority across global and cross-functional teams. Maintain composure and effectiveness during emergencies and high-pressure situations. Prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment. Analyze incidents and identify root causes and corrective actions. Communicate effectively with employees, leadership teams, regulators, and external agencies. Drive continuous improvement and long-term program sustainability. How you will create an impact and thrive: Enterprise Security Strategy and Governance Develop, implement, and continuously improve the global security strategy, standards, policies, and governance framework. Establish enterprise-wide security objectives, key performance indicators, and reporting mechanisms. Define security requirements and minimum standards for all global facilities and operations. Present significant security risks, trends, and mitigation recommendations to senior leadership. Ensure consistency and compliance of security programs across all regions. Security Risk Assessment and Mitigation Lead enterprise-wide physical security risk assessments, threat analyses, and vulnerability reviews. Develop risk prioritization methodologies and mitigation strategies based on business impact and likelihood. Partner with site and regional leaders to implement corrective actions and risk reduction initiatives. Evaluate emerging security threats and recommend proactive measures to prevent business disruption. Establish processes for regular reassessment of security risks and controls. Emergency Preparedness and Response Program Management Develop and maintain global emergency preparedness standards, procedures, and response protocols. Establish governance and oversight of site emergency response plans for all facilities. Ensure emergency plans address natural disasters, severe weather, workplace violence, civil unrest, supply disruptions, hazardous material incidents, and other operational emergencies. Coordinate review and validation of emergency response plans to ensure effectiveness and regulatory compliance. Promote alignment between emergency preparedness, business continuity, and crisis management programs. Crisis Management and Incident Response Provide leadership and guidance during significant security incidents, emergencies, and business disruptions. Participate in crisis management teams and support enterprise response activities. Coordi