Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.
Responsible for leading a regional cluster of laboratory sites and business units, including existing laboratories and newly created modular laboratories. This role provides strategic and operational leadership to Site Leaders and Business Unit Managers, with accountability for sales, business development, cost control, operational execution, talent selection and development, and overall financial performance across multiple laboratory locations in a designated region. The Regional Business Unit Cluster Manager hires, guides, mentors, and develops new and existing leaders while helping drive new business opportunities, customer growth, and successful implementation of expansion initiatives.
Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
Regular attendance and punctuality
Responsible for the supervision, organization and coordination of all technical activities of personnel within the principles of sound scientific endeavors and business economy
Responsible for the professional development and mentoring of Business Unit Managers
Hire, onboard, guide, mentor, and develop Site Leaders and Business Unit Managers for existing laboratories and newly created modular laboratories
Partner with regional and senior leadership to identify leadership needs, build strong management teams, and support succession planning across the cluster
Provide the necessary planning, organization, and control to meet the goals of the laboratory and cluster
Ensure that all pertinent company health, safety and environmental programs are adhered to and documentation is maintained
Establish and maintain professional business relationships with clients, industry officials and peers
Maintain influential position in establishing expansion plans for future laboratory locations
Lead and support the planning, staffing, launch, and integration of newly created modular laboratories to ensure operational readiness, customer alignment, and financial performance
Serve as a member of the ERML leadership team and provide input toward the strategic growth and development of the company
Responsible for the overall success of multiple laboratories which includes, but not limited to: budgeting, decisions on capital expenses, managing senior staff, attending to major client needs, revenue & profit growth, and cost control
Represent the company at technical meetings and conferences
Participate with the Sales/Marketing Team in the preparation and quotation of comprehensive technical studies or requests for proposals (RFPs)
Help drive new business growth by collaborating with commercial teams, identifying customer and market opportunities, supporting proposals, and ensuring laboratory capabilities align with regional growth objectives
Propose major investments to company executives
Ensure laboratories’ expenses are on track with annual budget
Approve major capital expenses
Empower Business Unit Managers to control costs of their laboratories within the established company guidelines along with analyzing monthly laboratory KPIs
Verify that company employment policies are followed correctly
Perform annual performance reviews for direct reporting personnel
Handle employee relations issues per company guidelines and with the support of Human Resources
Coordinate the interaction between different laboratory departments, across different business units and divisions of Eurofins to ensure customer expectations are met in the most efficient and cost effective manner.
Understand and follow procedures relevant to employment responsibilities
Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
Other duties as assigned
Ability to organize and lead laboratory personnel in a manner that reflects legal entity goals and objectives and schedule workflow to optimize laboratory productivity and client satisfaction in a cost-effective manner
Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Deep understanding of microbiology markets, technologies, and customer workflows.
Proven track record of delivering sustained revenue growth in target markets
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate scientific and market insights into competitive advantage.
Strong executive presence, communication skills, and ability to influence across technical and commercial teams.
Ability to think critically and problem solve
BS in Science, Business or related field
MS or PhD in Science, Business or related field
5-7 years of applicable and progressively expanded laboratory experience with at least 5 years of supervisory experience
Must be able to organize and lead professional personnel in a manner that reflects corporate goals and objectives
Must be able to schedule workflow so as to optimize laboratory productivity and client satisfaction in a cost effective manner
Fluent in English is required
Experience in laboratory procedures, data analysis, computer operations, mathematics, and technical/business writing.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills
Responsive problem solver and action required
Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally
In a fast growing group, successful leaders are frequently being offered increased areas of responsibility (subject to geographic mobility).
Eurofins offers international opportunities to strong performers.
Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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