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Job Opportunity At Eurofins
Des Moines, IA, USA Full-time
Information about Eurofins as a whole:
Over 50,000 employees worldwide
Eurofins recently celebrated 30 years of excellence in bioanalytical testing.
The company has grown from 4 employees in a small lab in France to a global network.
800 state-of-the-art laboratories across 41 countries.
Eurofins is one of the best performing companies in the world. In three decades, the company has grown more than 3,000 times.
Eurofins is now the global market leader in environmental, food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics testing as well as in agro-sciences CRO (Contract Research Organization) services.
Eurofins is the world leading food and feed testing laboratory group, deploying a comprehensive range of state-of-the-art analytical techniques in order to support its clients' increasingly stringent quality and safety standards. It is a global network of food testing laboratories and Competence Centers that perform more than 450 million assays per year to establish the safety, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of food.
Eurofins service quality in food testing:
Competence Centers with state-of-the-art equipment such as high-resolution GC-MS, HPLC, LC-MS/MS, ICP-MS, real-time PCR and NMR systems
Fast turn-around time (TAT)
>Local contact with a global network Online services - ordering and analytical results on-line (EOL)
Participation in industry associations and regulatory bodies allowing early advice on potential food scares and legal obligations
Expert advice - testing schemes, on-site-check for hygiene and allergens, labelling advice and traceability
Results you can rely on
International presence
Job Description We are searching for a high IQ/EQ leader who can hit the ground running in a developmental role with the potential for P&L responsibility within two years. This role has high exposure to company's executive leadership as its purposes are to learn the laboratory testing business, financial management and/or leading teams. Being a highly decentralized organization for its size, interested candidates should be comfortable working in a less-regimented development program. Successful candidates will have the confidence to manage up/down on Day 1 while embracing the humility to question the unknowns. While candidates will have the opportunity to be based throughout the world, initially they will have most exposure in our largest US locations. This position requires you to work within a commutable position to one of our large laboratories. (ie: Madison WI, Des Moines, IA, New Orleans, LA or Lancaster, PA). This position is primarily responsible for providing financial and business analysis and decision support to the North America Food Testing organization. This position serves as a key business partner to Senior Management, Lab Leadership and Commercial stakeholders to help achieve business objectives including profitable business growth.
Areas of Focus
Regular management reporting (e.g. weekly forecasts, monthly scorecards, quarterly business reviews)
Manage the financial forecasting and budgeting processes
Pricing & customer proposal evaluation
Identify and implement strategies for enhanced price recovery and profit
Coordinate the above and related processes as needed with Eurofins Shared Service and Group resources
Support/Lead special projects in support of business objectives
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
Assist with providing the necessary planning, organization, direction, and control to meet the goals of the company.
Establish and maintain professional business relationships with clients, industry officials, and peers.
Contribute to the Corporate Management team and provide input toward the financial growth and development of the company.
Contribute to projects for the overall operational success of the laboratory
Assist with optimization of day-to-day operations of the business
Understand and follow each Quality System document relevant to employment responsibilities, e.g., methods, SOPs, etc. when contributing to projects
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
BS or BBA degree in business or life sciences, MBA a plus
5+ years of business-related experience
Demonstrated computer skills requires excellent MS Office experience (specifically Excel, Outlook)
Demonstrated ability to plan, multi-task and prioritize
Demonstrated teamwork, communication (written and verbal), and organizational skills
Experience in a scientific or logistics environment is a plus
Proven ability to work independently
Ability to work to deadlines
Strong analytical skills
Positive attitude and sense of urgency
Advanced Excel skills (algorithms, macros, pivot tables, etc) a plus
Ability to learn new tasks
Ability to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficiently
Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail and ability to be persistent while maintaining tact
Reside within a commutable distance to Des Moines, IA, Madison, WI, Lancaster, PA, New Orleans, LA
Additional Information What we offer:
As an employer, we're keen to look after our people with as much dedication as they look after our patients. That's why we offer competitive salaries, excellent training and exceptional career prospects. We're a growing and ambitious company, so there is huge potential here to develop with us and enjoy fantastic rewards in your career.
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
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Information about Eurofins as a whole:
Over 50,000 employees worldwide
Eurofins recently celebrated 30 years of excellence in bioanalytical testing.
The company has grown from 4 employees in a small lab in France to a global network.
800 state-of-the-art laboratories across 41 countries.
Eurofins is one of the best performing companies in the world. In three decades, the company has grown more than 3,000 times.
Eurofins is now the global market leader in environmental, food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics testing as well as in agro-sciences CRO (Contract Research Organization) services.
Eurofins is the world leading food and feed testing laboratory group, deploying a comprehensive range of state-of-the-art analytical techniques in order to support its clients' increasingly stringent quality and safety standards. It is a global network of food testing laboratories and Competence Centers that perform more than 450 million assays per year to establish the safety, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of food.
Eurofins service quality in food testing:
Competence Centers with state-of-the-art equipment such as high-resolution GC-MS, HPLC, LC-MS/MS, ICP-MS, real-time PCR and NMR systems
Fast turn-around time (TAT)
>Local contact with a global network Online services - ordering and analytical results on-line (EOL)
Participation in industry associations and regulatory bodies allowing early advice on potential food scares and legal obligations
Expert advice - testing schemes, on-site-check for hygiene and allergens, labelling advice and traceability
Results you can rely on
International presence
Job Description We are searching for a high IQ/EQ leader who can hit the ground running in a developmental role with the potential for P&L responsibility within two years. This role has high exposure to company's executive leadership as its purposes are to learn the laboratory testing business, financial management and/or leading teams. Being a highly decentralized organization for its size, interested candidates should be comfortable working in a less-regimented development program. Successful candidates will have the confidence to manage up/down on Day 1 while embracing the humility to question the unknowns. While candidates will have the opportunity to be based throughout the world, initially they will have most exposure in our largest US locations. This position requires you to work within a commutable position to one of our large laboratories. (ie: Madison WI, Des Moines, IA, New Orleans, LA or Lancaster, PA). This position is primarily responsible for providing financial and business analysis and decision support to the North America Food Testing organization. This position serves as a key business partner to Senior Management, Lab Leadership and Commercial stakeholders to help achieve business objectives including profitable business growth.
Areas of Focus
Regular management reporting (e.g. weekly forecasts, monthly scorecards, quarterly business reviews)
Manage the financial forecasting and budgeting processes
Pricing & customer proposal evaluation
Identify and implement strategies for enhanced price recovery and profit
Coordinate the above and related processes as needed with Eurofins Shared Service and Group resources
Support/Lead special projects in support of business objectives
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
Assist with providing the necessary planning, organization, direction, and control to meet the goals of the company.
Establish and maintain professional business relationships with clients, industry officials, and peers.
Contribute to the Corporate Management team and provide input toward the financial growth and development of the company.
Contribute to projects for the overall operational success of the laboratory
Assist with optimization of day-to-day operations of the business
Understand and follow each Quality System document relevant to employment responsibilities, e.g., methods, SOPs, etc. when contributing to projects
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
BS or BBA degree in business or life sciences, MBA a plus
5+ years of business-related experience
Demonstrated computer skills requires excellent MS Office experience (specifically Excel, Outlook)
Demonstrated ability to plan, multi-task and prioritize
Demonstrated teamwork, communication (written and verbal), and organizational skills
Experience in a scientific or logistics environment is a plus
Proven ability to work independently
Ability to work to deadlines
Strong analytical skills
Positive attitude and sense of urgency
Advanced Excel skills (algorithms, macros, pivot tables, etc) a plus
Ability to learn new tasks
Ability to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficiently
Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail and ability to be persistent while maintaining tact
Reside within a commutable distance to Des Moines, IA, Madison, WI, Lancaster, PA, New Orleans, LA
Additional Information What we offer:
As an employer, we're keen to look after our people with as much dedication as they look after our patients. That's why we offer competitive salaries, excellent training and exceptional career prospects. We're a growing and ambitious company, so there is huge potential here to develop with us and enjoy fantastic rewards in your career.
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
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