About Us We are an independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose – to safeguard life, property, and the environment – we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence. As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organisations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations. About Business Assurance We help companies ensure compliance, build high‑performing management systems, and meet competence needs across a wide range of industries. Working with us, you can be involved in technically challenging and innovative projects worldwide that demand a broad variety of expertise. Our strong focus on research and innovation opens a wide array of opportunities, allowing you to engage in projects that develop next‑generation solutions and manage their risk picture through our management‑system certification and training portfolios. About the Role DNV Business Assurance is looking for a Global Delivery Manager for Supply Chain Audit Services to lead and execute operational strategies for the Supply Chain Assurance (SCA) organisation. Starting January 2026, this service line will play a pivotal role in enabling sustainable growth and operational excellence, while delivering innovative audit and assurance solutions to strengthen supply‑chain resilience across global markets. The Global Delivery Manager will oversee global operations for SCA, ensuring consistent, high‑quality delivery and alignment with strategic objectives. The role will manage three Regional Delivery Managers (Americas, Europe, Asia) and collaborate closely with the Head of Supply Chain Assurance to drive efficiency, scalability and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Business Growth Contribute to the development and execution of the global operational strategy for supply‑chain audit and assurance services. Define and implement actions to meet delivery targets and support commercial objectives. Drive continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery models. Foster a culture aligned with DNV values, emphasising collaboration, customer focus and operational excellence. Global Operations Management Lead and coordinate global delivery activities across regions, ensuring consistency and efficiency. Monitor KPIs and operational performance, implementing corrective actions where needed. Ensure compliance with DNV procedures, accreditation requirements and quality standards. Promote harmonisation of processes and tools across regions to enable scalability. Team Leadership & Development Inspire and lead a global team of Regional Delivery Managers, fostering engagement and accountability. Support recruitment, development and retention of talent to meet growth objectives. Encourage knowledge sharing and best practices across regions. Financial & Performance Management Collaborate with controlling teams to ensure accurate forecasting and cost management. Support EBITA and utilisation targets through efficient resource planning and delivery optimisation. Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with Global Technical Manager and Global Sales Manager to align technical and operational strategies. Provide operational input for new service development and market positioning. Advise key customers, managers and sales managers on complex projects and/or contract tenders. Advise local units / regions in deploying customised supply‑chain services. Operational Excellence & Compliance Ensure effective use of systems and tools for planning, reporting and delivery. Maintain highest standards of compliance with accreditation bodies and internal governance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. About You Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline; master’s degree preferred. Minimum 10 years of experience in supply‑chain audit services. Proven track record of leading international teams and managing complex delivery structures. Strong understanding of operational processes, compliance requirements and resource planning. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across cultures. Results‑oriented, adaptable and able to make informed decisions under pressure. Willingness and ability to travel internationally. Fluent in English (written and spoken). Competencies & Behaviours Strong leadership and people‑management skills. High degree of resilience and ability to drive change. Analytical mindset with focus on efficiency and quality. Customer‑centric approach and commercial awareness. Excellent influencing and collaboration skills. DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity. Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country‑specific laws and practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr