Facilities Manager

Job Description Why project44 At project44, we believe in better. We challenge the status quo because we know a better supply chain isn't just possibleit's essential. Better for our customers. Better for their business. Better for the world. With our Decision Intelligence Platform, Movement, we're redefining how global supply chains operate. By transforming fragmented logistics data into real-time, AI-powered insights, we empower companies to connect instantly, see clearly, act decisively, and automate intelligently. Our Supply Chain AI enhances visibility, drives smarter execution, and unlocks next-gen applications that keep businesses moving forward. Headquartered in Chicago, IL with a 2nd HQ in Bengaluru, India we are powered by a diverse global team that is tackling the toughest logistics challenges with innovation, urgency, and purpose. If you're driven to solve meaningful problems, leverage AI to scale rapidly, drive impact daily, and be part of a high-performance team we should talk. project44 is seeking a Workplace/Facilities Operations Manager for the company's largest global office, located in Bengaluru, India. This role will centres around maintaining and optimizing the physical workspace to ensure a safe, efficient, and pleasant environment for all team members. This role's responsibilities include: - Site Maintenance: Establish office maintenance program and coordinate repairs projects to keep the office in peak condition. Performs daily office walk throughs and conference room checks with an attention to details. - Health & Safety: Ensure compliance with health/safety regulations and implement protocols for emergency preparedness. - Vendor Management: Coordinate external vendors to perform services such as janitorial, food & beverage, security, plants, and utilities. - Budgeting Management: Develop, manage, and optimize the local facilities operations budget. - Space Management: Oversee space allocation, utilization, and planning. - Sustainability: Promote sustainable and environmentally friendly practices within the workplace, such as energy efficiency and waste reduction. - Team Member Experience: We call our employees team members, because we are all on the same team working to make project44 the best company, with the best products. This role will enhance the overall team member experience by creating a comfortable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing workspace. - Events and Culture: Plan and execute events and experiences that building culture of local team members. This includes monthly on-site events and annual off-site events such as the office's annual holiday party. - Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationship with office stakeholders to identify and execute on local business priorities. - Landlord Management: Work closely with the site's property manager to ensure operational alignment. - Furniture and Ergonomics: Support the office's ergonomic needs and maintain office furniture. - Janitorial Manage: Partner with property management and external vendors to ensure a high level of site cleanliness. - Food and Beverage: Maintain a robust snack, drink, and food program that meets the complex needs of the office's shift schedule. - Regional Office Assistance: Assist with site management of smaller offices within the region, which do not have facilities staff on-site. - Database Management: Manage internal databases and serve as first point of contact for team member inquiries. Qualifications: - 5+ years of experience in facilities management, workplace operations, or employee experience. - Bachelor's degree or four additional years of relevant experience. - Strong written language and oral communication skills in English. - Familiarity with sustainability and wellness-focused certifications such as WELL and LEED. - Strong background of using a wide range of technologies and software. - Ability to work US or European shift (transportation provided) In office committment: You are required to work from the Bengaluru office 5 days in a week. Diversity & Inclusion At project44, we're designing the future of how the world moves and is connected through trade and global supply chains. As we work to deliver a truly world-class product and experience, we are also intentionally building teams that reflect the unique communities we serve. We're focused on creating a company where all team members can bring their authentic selves to work every day. We're building a company that every one of us at project44 is proud to work for, and our journey of becoming a more diverse, equitable and inclusive organization, where all have a sense of belonging, is shaped through the actions of our leadership, global teams and individual team members. We are resolute in our belief that each team member has an equal responsibility to mold and uphold our culture. project44 is an equal opportunity employer seeking to enrich our work environment by creating opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to thrive. If you share our values and our passion for helping the way the world moves, we'd love to review your application For any needed accommodations during the hiring process, please email [Confidential Information]. Even if you don't meet 100% of the above job description you should still seriously consider applying. Studies show that you can still be considered for a role if you meet just 50% of the role's requirements. About project44 Since 2014, project44 has been transforming the way one of the largest, most important global industries does business. As transportation and logistics continues to evolve and customer expectations around delivery become more demanding, industry technology must rise to the occasion. In just a few short years, we've created a digital infrastructure that eliminates the inefficiencies caused by dated technology and manual processes. Our Advanced Visibility Platform is used by the world's leading brands to track shipments, collaborate with supply chain partners, drive operational efficiencies, and create outstanding customer experiences.