Job DescriptionHOW CAN YOU HELP US?We are looking for a
hands-on Business Unit Manager (Microbiology) to lead and transform our
Food Testing laboratory in Louisville, KY This role is focused on
operational excellence, cultural transformation, commercial growth, and business performance, and is well suited to candidates coming from
food production, laboratory, or other highly regulated environments.
What team will you be part of?You will join the
Eurofins Food Testing US organisation, working closely with the
President and reporting into the leadership structure of the site.
The role is based at our site in
Louisville, KY.
As Business Unit Manager, you will:- Take full ownership of the Business Unit P&L, driving performance, efficiency, and profitability
- Lead day-to-day operations of the laboratory, ensuring high-quality delivery and turnaround times
- Drive a cultural transformation, shifting the team towards a more proactive, accountable, and performance-driven way of working
- Build structure through KPI management, data-driven decision making, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Lead and develop a team of ~40 employees (indirect) through strong, visible, hands-on leadership
- Ensure business continuity and customer satisfaction, maintaining strong relationships with key clients
- Collaborate closely with the President to align operational delivery with customer needs and growth ambitions
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, processes, and overall site performance
QualificationsQualifications
Are you our kind of extraordinary?You are a
hands-on operational leader with strong business acumen and the ability to drive change in a complex environment.
Your profile includes:- Experience in operational leadership roles (e.g. Site Manager, Operations Manager, Business Unit Manager)
- Proven experience with P&L responsibility and financial management
- Strong background in regulated environments such as food production, laboratories, life sciences, or pharmaceuticals
- Experience leading teams of 30-50+ employees
- A hands-on leadership style with the ability to drive accountability and performance
- Experience with change management / turnaround situations
- Strong understanding of KPIs, processes, and operational efficiency
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment
- Affinity with scientific or technical environments (microbiology/lab knowledge is a plus)
Education:- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Food, Life Sciences, Engineering, Business)
Location:- Based in Louisville, KY (5 days onsite)
Additional Information
We support your development! Do you feel like you don't match 100% of the requirements? Don't hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.
Find out more on our Careers page: https://careers.eurofins.com/
Additional InformationEVOLUTION:
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.
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