Global Network Operations Leader

Orbia Advance Corporation is a Purpose-led company with big aspirations. We are out to advance life around the world while maximizing value to our shareholders, customers and employees. The Company is passionate about the topics that define how people will live and thrive tomorrow: the future of cities, buildings, agriculture, and materials. Orbia Advance Corporation has five business groups which offer innovative solutions across multiple industries including building and infrastructure, data communications, chemicals and more. In 2018, Orbia Advance Corporation bought a majority stake in Israeli-based Netafim, the world’s leader in drip irrigation, and is helping the world ‘grow more with less’ as it helps to solve food and water scarcity. Orbia Advance Corporation has operations in 41 countries with more than 22,000 employees.

We started as a producer of commodities and have evolved to become a provider of innovative solutions that address the global issues of rapid urbanization, water and food scarcity, and a growing and aging population. We’re already a global leader in Polymers, Fluor, Building & Infrastructure, Datacom, and Precision Irrigation. We have embarked on a CEO-led transformation, as part of our journey to become a truly purpose-led, future fit company.

• Oversee day-to-day network operations, including monitoring, maintenance, and incident response, to maintain high availability and peak performance.
• Manage the escalation process to ensure timely resolution of critical network issues, minimizing impact on business operations.
• Supervise routine maintenance activities to prevent unplanned downtime and extend the lifespan of network assets.
• Lead change management processes—planning, approving, and implementing network changes with minimal disruption and compliance with best practices.
• Serve as the primary liaison with our managed service partner, ensuring they meet or exceed service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Continuously assess and enhance network performance, reliability, and security, leveraging data and analytics to inform decisions.
• Identify and lead initiatives for process improvements and technology enhancements to foster innovation.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate network disruptions and ensure business continuity.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular updates on network status, issues, and improvements.
• Ensure compliance with Orbia’s infrastructure standards, regulations, and security protocols, including conducting regular audits.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Fluent in English and Spanish.

• Expertise in network infrastructure technologies including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and monitoring tools.
• Proficiency in network protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, and MPLS.
• Strong knowledge of network security best practices, including VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network access control.
• Experience with cloud networking and hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Hands-on experience with deploying, configuring, and testing network equipment.
• Familiarity with automation and scripting tools such as Ansible and Python.

• Proven experience managing relationships with managed service providers (MSPs), vendors, and suppliers.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong presentation skills to effectively communicate with senior management and cross-functional teams.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in network operations management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing global network operations.
• Extensive experience working with and managing managed service partners.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• ITIL certification is a plus.
• Experience with documentation, training, and support processes to facilitate smooth operational handovers.

• Able to travel 10-20% internationally.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Physical mobility, vision, and strength sufficient to perform job duties in accordance with local laws.

Our Global brands: Dura-Line, Koura Global, Vestolit, Netafim, Alphagary, Wavin.

They offer a broad range of value added solutions and finished products that contribute to customers’ success and ultimate improve the quality of life for people around the world. Along its commitment to good citizenship, Orbia Advance Corporation delivers Total Value to customers, employees and investors worldwide, every day.