Global Outside Services Lead

Leica Microsystems • Iowa City, IA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life. Our team at Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), is united by a commitment to collaboration and scientific excellence, building on a strong foundation of innovation, expertise, and reliability. Guided by our vision to help researchers rapidly move from the lab to life-changing advances, we work closely with global partners to accelerate progress and genomics breakthroughs across fields like cancer, infectious disease, rare genetic disorders, and more. At IDT, you'll be part of a culture rooted in continuous learning and improvement—where your growth fuels our mission to accelerate the pace of genomics and helps shape a healthier, brighter future for all. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Global Outside Services Lead is responsible for managing and optimizing contracts for facilities-related vendors across all company sites worldwide. This role ensures consistent service delivery, cost efficiency, and compliance by consolidating agreements for services such as lawn care, janitorial, snow removal, HVAC, and other outside maintenance needs. Acting as the central point of contact for vendor relationships, the lead will drive global standardization, negotiate favorable terms, and support new site expansions with timely vendor onboarding. This position reports to the Coralville Campus Infrastructure & Reliability leader and is part of the Facilities Team located in Coralville, IA and is an on-site role. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Vendor Contract Management: Oversee and maintain contracts for all outside services vendors across global sites, ensuring compliance with company standards and local regulations. Service Consolidation & Optimization : Evaluate existing contracts for services such as lawn care, janitorial, snow removal, and HVAC; identify opportunities to consolidate vendors and reduce costs. Performance Monitoring : Establish KPIs and conduct regular reviews of vendor performance to ensure service quality, reliability, and adherence to contractual obligations. Budget & Cost Control : Develop and manage budgets for outside services, negotiate favorable terms, and implement cost-saving strategies without compromising quality. Global Coordination & Expansion Support : Collaborate with site leaders and facilities teams to standardize global service agreements, support new site rollouts with timely vendor onboarding, and manage contracting and scheduling of additional external services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, Supply Chain, related field OR 4 years of equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in facilities management, vendor management, or procurement roles with global scope.
• Proven experience negotiating and managing service contracts across multiple regions.
• Strong understanding of facilities services (HVAC, janitorial, landscaping, snow removal).
• Strong analytical and cost-control capabilities, as well as excellent negotiation and vendor relationship management skills.
• Ability to travel as required (up to 10%, including overnight stays)

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of compliance standards and safety regulations related to facilities services.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support global sites.

Responsibilities

• Vendor Contract Management: Oversee and maintain contracts for all outside services vendors across global sites, ensuring compliance with company standards and local regulations.
• Service Consolidation & Optimization : Evaluate existing contracts for services such as lawn care, janitorial, snow removal, and HVAC; identify opportunities to consolidate vendors and reduce costs.
• Performance Monitoring : Establish KPIs and conduct regular reviews of vendor performance to ensure service quality, reliability, and adherence to contractual obligations.
• Budget & Cost Control : Develop and manage budgets for outside services, negotiate favorable terms, and implement cost-saving strategies without compromising quality.
• Global Coordination & Expansion Support : Collaborate with site leaders and facilities teams to standardize global service agreements, support new site rollouts with timely vendor onboarding, and manage contracting and scheduling of additional external services.

Benefits

• IDT, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives.
• Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.
• Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info .
• This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
• We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees