Senior Facility Manager

About the position

David Kennedy Recruitment is working with a leading B2B solution provider who are looking to recruit a Senior Facility Manager for their studios in Belgrade, Serbia. Position: Senior Facility Manager Location: Belgrade, Serbia Employment type: Full-time Remuneration: Base salary About the Role. The Senior Facility Manager plays a key leadership role in ensuring that an organization’s facilities operate efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively. This position requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in facility operations, vendor management, inventory oversight, budgeting, and strategic planning. The role is responsible for leading the facility management team, optimizing processes, maintaining high standards of housekeeping and hygiene, and ensuring audits and compliance across all physical assets of the organization. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and execute strategic plans to optimize facility operations, housekeeping, and hygiene standards Lead, manage, and mentor the facility management team, including recruitment, training, and performance management Oversee maintenance, repairs, and upgrades while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, hygiene, and regulatory standards Monitor and enforce housekeeping protocols and hygiene standards across all facilities Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with internal policies, health and safety regulations, and industry standards Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives based on audit outcomes Manage vendor relationships, including contract negotiation and service quality monitoring, to ensure cost efficiency Control budgets, track expenses, and ensure financial discipline across facility operations Oversee inventory management for equipment, supplies, and consumables Collaborate with internal stakeholders on facility-related projects and initiatives Prepare reports, analyze performance, and provide recommendations to senior management. REQUIREMENTS: Minimum 5 years of proven experience in facility management, ideally within international or multi-site environments Strong experience managing budgets, vendors, audits, housekeeping standards, and large-scale facility operations Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, with advanced qualifications considered an advantage In-depth knowledge of facility management disciplines, including maintenance, security, space planning, and health, safety, and hygiene regulations Demonstrated leadership and people management capabilities with strong interpersonal skills. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken Experience with facility management systems and the Microsoft Office suite Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and deliver results consistently. BENEFITS: Excellent remuneration package based on experience, skills, and performance A dynamic international team with a positive and friendly atmosphere Guidance and tools to reach career potential Paid training Private health insurance after 6 months Free gym membership

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