Lead - Facilities Management

Lead - Facilities Management

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. In 2025, Sika’s around 33,000 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.20 billion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Administration function across Corporate Office, PAN India branch offices, and 13 manufacturing units.
• Coordinate and oversee the setup of new offices, including infrastructure, facilities, vendor management, and operational readiness.
• Liaise with hotels, event partners, and internal stakeholders for successful planning and execution of corporate events, conferences, and business meetings.
• Ensure smooth event management and seamless execution of employee, customer, and business events.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment by supervising housekeeping and facility management services.
• Oversee repairs, maintenance, and upkeep of corporate office infrastructure and facilities.
• Manage company guest houses, including maintenance, occupancy planning, and expense control.
• Administer fleet operations, including vehicle allocation, maintenance, driver management, insurance renewals, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure adherence to statutory, administrative, and operational compliance requirements.
• Liaise with local government authorities, municipal bodies, and regulatory departments for approvals, licenses, and compliance matters.
• Coordinate with the Purchase/Procurement team for administrative purchases, vendor identification, negotiations, and documentation.
• Manage Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMCs) for office equipment, assets, and infrastructure.
• Oversee domestic and international travel management, including travel policies, bookings, accommodations, and cost optimization.
• Monitor and manage lease agreements for branch offices, factories, warehouses, and other company properties across India.
• Handle office contracts, facility agreements, and vendor relationships for all PAN India locations.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives while ensuring uninterrupted administrative support and service delivery.
• Travel to offices, branch locations, and manufacturing plants as required to ensure operational effectiveness and compliance.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Administration & Facilities Management
• Vendor & Contract Management
• Fleet & Travel Management
• Event Management
• Infrastructure & Facility Maintenance
• Compliance & Government Liaison
• Lease & Property Management
• Negotiation & Cost Control
• Stakeholder Management
• Multi-location Operations Management

Qualifications

Any Graduate with 15 to 20 years of experience in Administration.

Additional Information

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.