Business Unit Manager - Eurofins Aerotech Built Environment Testing, Phoenix, AZ

Eurofins Built Environment Testing is seeking a Business Unit Manager (BUMa) to join our Team in Phoenix, AZ or Las Vegas, NV! The Business Unit Manager is responsible for maintaining positive operating margin at the laboratory level and for meeting and exceeding the annual budget. Supervises all laboratory personnel and provides leadership and direction as needed. Responsible for ensuring compliance and integration of facility operation with corporate and regulatory policies and procedures. The Business Unit Manager will serve as a liaison with corporate business partners and will champion Company policies, vision, and mission. The ideal candidate will reside in either Phoenix, AZ or Las Vegas, NV.

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; Demonstrate and promote the company vision; Maintain regular attendance and punctuality; Manage the technical conduct, quality control, and related record keeping of all analytical evaluations performed; Supervise, organize, and coordinate all technical activities of personnel; Provide necessary planning, organization, direction, and control to meet company goals; 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; Provide input toward the financial growth and development of the company; Coordinate business activities with Business Unit Managers from other locations to ensure customer expectations are met without duplication of testing activities; Be responsible for the overall operational success of the laboratory, including budgeting, capital expenses, managing senior staff, major client needs, revenue and 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 laboratory expenses are on track with the annual budget; Approve major expenses and control costs 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 and coordinate/review annual reviews of other lab personnel; Handle employee relation issues per company guidelines and with Human Resources support; Coordinate interaction between different laboratory departments; Understand and follow each Quality System document relevant to employment responsibilities, e.g., methods, SOPs, etc., and propose/approve document changes when required; Conduct all activities in a safe and efficient manner; Perform other duties as assigned

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/multi-department/team leadership with profit/loss accountability - $5M+ Net Sales or equivalent size operation; Demonstrated success in improving operational, profit, quality and safety performance; 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; Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Nice to have

MS or PhD (preferred)

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage; Life and disability insurance; 401(k) with company match; Paid holidays; Paid time off; Dental and vision options; Career development support