Business Continuity Specialist

Panasonic•De Soto, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we’re building the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you’ll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation. Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. The Business Continuity Specialist III supports efforts to ensure the continuity and resilience of manufacturing operations at our De Soto, Kansas facility. This position is responsible for assisting in identifying potential risks, conducting business impact analyses, and supporting the development and maintenance of business continuity and mitigation strategies. The role contributes to preparedness efforts through supporting planning, testing, and continuous improvement of continuity programs, with a focus on protecting operational integrity across production, supply chain, and support functions. This position collaborates with stakeholders, partnering across the organization to strengthen resilience and support effective response and recovery from disruptions. A proactive approach and willingness to learn are important to support ongoing program development and operational readiness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Continuity, Risk Management, Emergency Management, Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a closely related field
Relevant and substantial Business Continuity or risk management experience may be substituted for required education
Professional certification in Business Continuity (e.g., MBCI, CBCP) required at time of hire, or willingness and ability to obtain certification within 6–12 months of hire
4+ years of experience in Business Continuity, with demonstrated experience in complex or high-paced operational environments
Experience contributing to the development and implementation of Business Continuity plans within manufacturing, industrial, or other highly operational, complex environments
Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Excellent analytical skills, including experience conducting risk assessments and business impact analyses (BIAs) and translating findings into actionable strategies
Experience in crisis management and emergency response planning, with understanding of supply chain and production operations
Experience supporting audits, compliance reviews, or certification efforts related to business continuity or resilience programs
Proficiency in Business Continuity technology and software platforms (e.g., Fusion or similar systems)
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders
Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Risk Management, Emergency Management, Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a closely related field
CBCP (Certified Business Continuity Professional)
ISO 22301 Lead Auditor
PMP (Project Management Professional)
6+ years of progressive Business Continuity experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting
Experience in high-volume battery manufacturing or a related industrial environment such as electronics, automotive, or energy storage
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and their integration into continuity planning
Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards, including ISO 22301 and NFPA 1600
Experience with enterprise Business Continuity tools such as Fusion

Responsibilities

Support the development, implementation, and maintenance Business Continuity (BC) plans tailored to the specific business unit needs of a high-volume manufacturing environment
Conduct regular risk assessments and business impact analyses (BIAs) to identify critical operations, dependencies, and potential vulnerabilities across production, support, vendor, and supply chain processes
Support the development of crisis communication strategies and ensure effective communication channels are established to support timely incident response and recovery
Support engagement with external partners, vendors, and government agencies to enable coordinated and effective responses to regional or global disruptions
Assist in coordinating the Risk Review Board/Risk Council program, including monitoring and tracking progress of risk mitigation plans.
Utilize and support Business Continuity technologies and platforms (e.g., Fusion) to manage planning, documentation, and incident response activities
Maintain BC documentation and ensure plans are current, accurate, and accessible
Assist in monitoring and analyzing emerging risks, industry trends, and regulatory requirements (including ISO 22301 and NFPA 1600) to continuously enhance and mature BC plans and program effectiveness
Assist in managing and reporting the status of BC program initiatives to senior leadership contributing to insights, mitigation strategies, and continuous improvement recommendations
Support identifying opportunities to incorporate Lean Manufacturing principles into continuity planning to enhance efficiency, resilience, and operational uptime
Assist in coordinating cross-functional teams in the design and execution of BC exercises, simulations, and drills to support readiness and validate plan effectiveness
Develop knowledge and provide support and guidance for Business Continuity initiatives, providing assistance and input to employees at all levels to foster a culture of resilience and preparedness
Partner with and support coordination across internal departments, including Operations, IT, Security, and Supply Chain, to align resilience objectives and integrate BC initiatives into broader organizational and operational strategies
Support cross-functional communication during incidents, including escalation and coordination of response and recovery efforts
Ensure business continuity plans, exercises, and program activities align with applicable regulatory requirements, industry standards (including ISO 22301 and NFPA 1600), and organizational risk management frameworks
Support audit activities and assessments related to business continuity, ensuring documentation accuracy, compliance readiness, and continuous program improvement

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, prescription plans
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting
Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service
Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources
High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus
Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events