Regional Food Service Lead Apac

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services advisory and technology for our clients We are committed to hiring the best most talented people and empowering them to thrive grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong Whether you ve got deep experience in commercial real estate skilled trades or technology or you re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward Regional Food Service lead APAC This role is a critical leadership position within the organisation focusing on transforming food delivery programs across India Asia and the Australasia region The position requires a blend of project management expertise food industry knowledge and strong leadership skills The role will directly support the Global Food Service Account lead and utilise the regional resources from within the account and the JLL COP teams Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Program Management Collaborate with the Global Lead to identify prioritise and implement strategic initiatives that align with organisational goals Lead cross-functional programming in the planning execution and evaluation of large-scale initiatives across multiple AsPAC regions Develop comprehensive project plans that include timelines resource allocation budgets and risk management strategies Monitor project progress ensure adherence to deadlines and quality standards and provide regular status updates to senior leadership Food Service Operations and Safety Drive the overall safety culture and embed it in all aspects of food program operations Ensure compliance with relevant food safety regulations and industry standards across all project activities Develop and implement operational procedures and performance measures to ensure simplification accuracy of work methods reliability of systems and consistency Stakeholder Management and Communication Develop multi-level relationships with customers and JLL teams supporting stakeholder needs in change management and implementation Cultivate influence and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the region Support the Global Lead in thought leadership efforts to elevate the firm s position as a subject matter expert in workplace food service Data Analysis and Reporting Analyse complex data and generate insights to inform decision-making and improve program outcomes Support the development of dashboards to monitor report reflect and optimise food programs ensuring total visibility of cost management Innovation and Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation within global food programs Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices incorporating them into program strategies Travel and Regional Support Travel internationally as required to oversee project implementation and build relationships with regional teams Provide on-site support and guidance to ensure successful program execution across diverse locations Qualifications and skills Essential Bachelor s degree in Business Administration Food Service Management or related field or work experience that matches the ambition of the organisation and the skills of the role Minimum of 8 years of experience in project or program management with at least 4 years in a leadership role within the food service or hospitality industry Proven track record of successfully managing complex multi-regional projects with budgets exceeding 1 million Demonstrated expertise in food safety regulations and industry standards across region Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and visualisation tools Power BI Tableau Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Fluency in English proficiency in at least one other European language Desired Experience working with global brands or multinational corporations Knowledge of workplace trends and their impact on food service operations Certifications in project management PMP PRINCE2 or food safety HACCP Experience with change management methodologies e g ADKAR Kotter s 8-Step Change Model Familiarity with sustainability practices in food service operations Technical Skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Experience with project management software e g Microsoft Project Asana Jira Understanding of data analytics and business intelligence tools Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with a strong business acumen Adaptable and resilient able to work effectively in a fast-paced changing environment Culturally sensitive with experience working in diverse international settings Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset Location Remote -Pune MH Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 If this job description resonates with you we encourage you to apply 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