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As Site Manager, you oversee the overall management of the Toulouse Innovation Center and play a central role in the site's dynamics and performance. You are responsible for ensuring smooth operations and creating a stimulating, safe and collaborative work environment. You operate at the heart of an international ecosystem and work closely with a wide range of stakeholders: local teams, regional management, global functions and external partners. 

Responsibilities 

Set direction and drive site momentum: 

• Define and champion the site's vision in line with the organisation's priorities 

• Support transformations and strategic projects 

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence 

• Ensure a high-performing, agile and results-oriented organisation 

Oversee research activities: 

• Maintain an overall understanding of the site's research programmes and scientific activities 

• Support research teams by creating the right conditions for innovation to thrive 

• Act as a bridge between scientific teams and the broader organisation, ensuring alignment between research priorities and site strategy 

Manage, unite and develop teams: 

• Create a positive, collaborative and engaging work environment 

• Support managers and foster talent development 

• Encourage accountability, autonomy and innovation 

• Actively contribute to employee engagement and quality of life at work 

Drive financial performance: 

• Own the site's budget and ensure rigorous, responsible resource management 

• Build and foster a financial mindset across teams, encouraging smart allocation and challenging the status quo 

• Drive efficiency and innovation not only in research, but in how resources are planned and utilised 

Ensure safety and compliance: 

• Champion a strong Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) culture 

• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal standards 

• Develop a proactive approach to risk prevention and continuous improvement 

Manage social relations and stakeholders: 

• Maintain quality social dialogue with the site's employee representative bodies 

• Build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders 

• Represent the site with regional and international teams 

Your profile: 

Engineering degree or equivalent Master's level (Bac+5), with a minimum of 10 years' experience in management, including 5 years in an international environment. Non-linear career paths are welcome – what matters most is your ability to unite people, inspire teams and navigate complex environments. 

What we are looking for: 

A hands-on leader: someone who inspires and brings people together, but who also knows how to roll up their sleeves – actively participating in the delivery of projects and initiatives, not just managing from a distance. 

You bring: 

• Significant experience in site management, operations, production, R&D or a similar environment 

• A strong management background and the ability to drive organisational change 

• A proven ability to lead transformation projects in complex, international contexts 

• Experience in budget management and financial stewardship, with the ability to drive a culture of diligent resource management 

• Familiarity with research or innovation environments, with the ability to engage meaningfully with scientific teams and programmes 

• Collaborative and unifying leadership, with a genuine results-driven mindset 

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills 

• A strong awareness of HSE issues and operational excellence 

• Full professional fluency in both French and English is mandatory – written and spoken 

Beyond your experience, we are looking for a personality who can bring a clear vision, energy and a sincere commitment to the site and its teams.