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Operations Support Specialist
Role
The role of the Operations Support Specialist is to support the standards development process, acting as a centralized contact point for both internal and external stakeholders and focusing on production related activities.
The Operations Support Specialist is part of the Production Flow unit and work closely with the Process Manager for process related matters, to ensure process efficiency, as well as other ISO/CS units.
Key responsibilities
- Validate and process files submitted to ISO/CS through the Submission Interface (ensuring data accuracy), supporting Committee Managers when required
- Manage the enquiry, approval and publication processes (e.g., in ISO Projects, ISO Ballots), paying particular attention to high profile/impact projects
- Help and support the coordination of production chain related activities and contacts with external partners (i.e. Vienna Agreement, translation procedure, relations with IEC, etc.)
- Manage relevant generic email accounts relating to production chain matters ensuring clear communication with stakeholders.
- Update/maintain ISO Projects database as required
- Maintain the highest degree of quality, timely delivery and consistency in achieving the goal of producing error-free deliverables
- Maintain relevant Production QMS documentation (i.e. Wiki), so that it is fit for purpose Report to: Head of Production
Qualification and Experience
- 2 yearsโ operational experience in project coordination, business support services or other related fields
Skills
Proactive and detail orientedHigh service orientedExcellent analytical, organizational and priority setting abilitiesTime-management and problem-solving skillsAbility to adapt quickly to different environments and to work under pressureQuick learnerCuriosity, good judgementSelf-motivation and innovative attitudeTeam spirit and ability to work both as part of a team as well as autonomouslyAbility to interact with diverse stakeholders, in various business environments and in a multicultural environmentClear communication skillsIdentifies and aligns with our core values: respect, integrity, collaboration, pushing boundaries, growth mindsetStarting date: 15/01/2025