Business Unit Manager- Eurofins Environment Testing Phoenix, AZ

Eurofins•Phoenix, AZ

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies providing analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, aiming to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. They ensure product safety, ingredient authenticity, and accurate labeling for food, water, and medicines. Eurofins is committed to health, safety, environmental protection, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. With over 50 laboratories and 40+ service centers nationwide, Eurofins Environment Testing offers full-service environmental analysis across all 50 states, supporting public and private clients including DoD, DOE, and municipalities. They provide comprehensive testing for air, water, soil, sediment, tissue, and waste, covering analytes like PFAS, metals, VOCs/SVOCs, dioxins/furans, and radiochemicals. Eurofins Environment Testing Southwest is seeking a Business Unit Manager to lead their Phoenix team. The Business Unit Manager (BUMa) is responsible for maintaining positive operating margins at the laboratory level, meeting and exceeding the annual budget, and supervising all laboratory personnel. This role involves providing leadership and direction, ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory policies, serving as a liaison with corporate business partners, and championing Company policies, vision, and mission.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
At least 10 years of supervisory experience
At least 10 years professional experience in laboratory operations with a minimum of 5 years of laboratory operations or large/multidepartment/team leadership with profit/loss accountability - $5M+ Net Sales or equivalent size operation.
Demonstrated success in improving operational, profit, quality and safety performance.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Familiarity with laboratory operations and services
Familiarity with EPA, DOT, OSHA, and DOL regulations
Excellent verbal and written skills
Strong customer relations skills
Ability to manage a business at a profit/loss responsibility level
Ability to control operating budgets
Ability to develop and enforce policies and operating practices
Ability to prioritize and delegate responsibilities
Ability to successfully handle contract and other negotiations
Strong decision-making abilities
Problem-solving abilities
Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English
Must be able to work with people, negotiate, analyze problems, and translate company goals into actions necessary to achieve those goals.
Strong leadership, initiative, and teambuilding skills
Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
Ability to understand and analyze financial statements
Ability to lead lab through continuous improvement initiatives
Experience in laboratory procedures, data analysis, and computer operations
Experience in technical/business writing, and giving oral presentations
Strong technical and management background required
Must be able to organize and lead laboratory personnel in a manner that reflects corporate goals and objectives and schedule workflow so as to optimize laboratory productivity and client satisfaction in a cost effective manner.

Nice To Haves

MS or PhD preferred

Responsibilities

Lead team, schedule, and train employees
Ensure adherence to highest quality and efficiency standards in laboratory operations
Ensure coverage and performance
Foster morale and teamwork
Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
Regular attendance and punctuality
Manage the technical conduct, quality control, and related record keeping of all analytical evaluations performed
Responsible for the supervision, organization, and coordination of all technical activities of personnel within the principles of sound scientific endeavors, business economy, and the professional development of subordinate employees.
Provide the necessary planning, organization, direction, and control to meet the goals of the company.
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.
Assist in the generation of marketing strategies, prepare comprehensive technical work proposals, and maintain an influential position in establishing business expansion plans.
Serve as a member of the Corporate Management team and provide input toward the financial growth and development of the company.
Coordinate business activities with the Business Unit Managers from the other locations to ensure customer expectations are met without duplication of testing activities.
Responsible for the overall operational success of the laboratory, which includes, but is not limited to: budgeting, making decisions on capital expenses, managing senior staff, attending to major client needs, revenue & profit growth, and cost control.
Oversee daily operations including: laboratory, quality, logistic, and managerial duties.
Represent the laboratory in technical meetings.
Participate with the Sales/Marketing team in the preparation and quotation of major technical studies.
Propose major investments to company executives.
Ensure that the laboratory expenses are on track with the annual budget.
Approve major expenses and control the costs of the laboratory within established company guidelines.
Analyze monthly laboratory indicators (operating and labor costs, turnaround time, productivity, etc.).
Verify that company employment policies and procedures are followed correctly.
Perform annual performance reviews for direct reporting personnel. Coordinate and review annual reviews of other lab personnel.
Handle employee relation issues as per company guidelines and with the support of Human Resources.
Coordinate the interaction between the different laboratory departments.
Understand and follow each Quality System document relevant to employment responsibilities, e.g., methods, SOPs, etc. Propose changes to documents and approve documents when required
Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
Performs other duties as assigned