Business Continuity Manager
Crescent Electric Supply Company
Manage and oversee business continuity planning, testing and resilience.
28 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Davenport, IA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electrical Distribution
Industrial Supplies
Energy Solutions
Automation
Electrical Equipment
Lighting
Safety Products
Data & Communication
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Construction
Institutional
Government
Utilities
Data Communications
Role
What you would be doing
disaster recovery
business impact
continuity planning
plan testing
crisis management
vendor resilience
- Partner with IT to catalog, test, and measure Disaster Recovery capabilities to ensure the ability to perform within recovery time and recovery point objectives.
- At present, this position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities. However, the need to influence and energize indirect reports remains a critical element for success within this position.
- Find opportunities for strategic improvement or mitigation of business interruption and other risks caused by business, third-party engagement, regulatory, or industry-specific change initiatives.
- Developing business continuity management policies and standards.
- Driving efforts across the organization to validate the effectiveness of business continuity strategies and plans inclusive of related third-party risk mitigation activities.
- Collaborate with business partners to conduct and periodically review business impact analyses (BIA), outlining critical business processes, assets, data flows, functions, services vendors, etc.
- Build, socialize, and enforce policies related to business continuity planning.
- Collaborate with business partners to develop business continuity plans based on business impact analyses, ensuring the ability to continue business operations during a disruption.
- Plan and conduct business continuity plan tests with business partners, using results to improve continuity plans and the overall program.
- Manage the crisis response planning, management, and communication.
- Establish realistic risk thresholds and recovery objectives through the business impact analysis in coordination with business partners including Information Technology and Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) function and the Board of Directors.
- Establishing the framework, requirements, management, training, and governance of business continuity processes and procedures companywide.
- Assess the need for and implement, if needed, vendor and cloud resilience programs as it pertains to business continuity.
- Educate and advise business partners on the business continuity program processes and requirements to ensure the development of accurate and effective impact analyses and continuity plans.
- Collaborate with business partners to establish, maintain, and mature a business continuity program, ensuring that the program aligns with industry standards and meets regulatory and insurance requirements.
What you bring
bachelor's
7+ years
business continuity
cissp
project management
people skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience preferred.
- 7+ years of experience conducting Business Continuity Planning and Business Impact Analysis processes across organizational business lines.
- Possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills, is a self-starter, is detail-oriented, and can work quickly and accurately under time constraints and against deadlines.
- Ability to multi-task and work optimally to meet frequent deadlines.
- Excellent collaborator with the ability to work as part of a team.
- Adept at process and project facilitation.
- Willingness to focus and drive toward finding the best solution for the business partner.
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility beyond expected work schedule to assist in response to disruptions and scheduled tests.
- CISSP, CBCP, and/or ABCP certifications preferred.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex projects as well as working with security professionals, information technology partners, and business associates.
- Relevant experience operating within a fast-paced, complex organization that requires interacting with and influencing a wide range of business and technology partners.
- Overnight travel required up to 3 times per month.
- Fluent people skills with a strong ability to empathize, convince, and influence.
- Company-paid holidays.
- Eligibility for health, and dental, vision coverage, 401(k) plan, and flexible spending accounts, subject to plan terms.
- Excused Absence time off and Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Other benefits for which you may be eligible includes supplemental life insurance, hospital indemnity, and accident and critical illness benefits with cancer coverage.
- Eligibility: Employees are eligible for health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Employees who are 21 years of age or older will be automatically enrolled in the company’s 401(k) plan once they achieve 90 days of employment.
- Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance, short-term disability, long-term care, and Employee Assistance Program, subject to applicable waiting periods.
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Security clearance- pre-employment assessments
- motor vehicle record review
- criminal background checks
- references check
- post-offer drug screen
Company
Overview
Founded in 1919
Year Established
Began as a bold venture tapping river transport links.
Stocks 200k Products
Product Inventory
Nationwide stocking to meet electrical, lighting, and automation needs.
Finances Millions
Inventory Funding
Invests heavily in inventory and logistics across the United States.
- Now headquartered in East Dubuque, Illinois, it has grown through strategic acquisitions into one of America’s largest independent electrical distributors.
- Projects range from outfitting industrial plants and utility facilities to supplying commercial and infrastructure developments.
- Specializing in industrial, utilities, energy, commercial, and infrastructure sectors, it delivers tailored electrical solutions.
- Unusually for a distributor, its roots in river-based logistics shaped an early focus on speed and regional supply chain innovation.
- Customer-focused: We provide solutions that exceed customer expectations.
- Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and deliver on our commitments.
- Integrity: We act with honesty and transparency in all our interactions.
- Innovation: We encourage creativity and embrace change to drive business growth.
- Collaboration: We work together to achieve shared goals and empower our teams.
- Excellence: We strive for continuous improvement and exceptional quality in everything we do.
2050 Target
Net Zero Commitment
Aims to achieve net-zero emissions by the specified year.
- Investment in energy-efficient systems and practices.
- Reduction of carbon footprint through renewable energy solutions.
- Engagement with suppliers and customers to promote sustainable practices.
20% Increase
Women in Leadership Roles
Women's representation in leadership positions has grown significantly over the last five years.
- Implementation of employee resource groups to foster inclusivity.
- Regular diversity training for all employees.
- Continuous focus on building a diverse talent pipeline.
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