Microbiology Manager

Head of Microbiology

Campden BRI offers microbiology analytical testing and consultancy services, including analytical testing, safety and spoilage, molecular and microbiology methods, emerging microbiology, brewing microbiology research, industrial heat process microbiology, and quality laboratory audit.

We’re looking for a commercial business unit manager to manage 7 teams.

We would consider offering relocation to Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire for this role.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing people (9 direct reports).
• Leading and championing quality & health and safety.
• Direct technical advice and support to the team.
• Financial planning and budgetary management.
• Deliver sales/operational plans to ensure a robust business pipeline in line with revenue and profit objectives.
• Attend and represent CBRI at conferences and events – broader than just Micro, total business collaboration, partnering with the Sales team.

Requirements

• Degree in relevant science plus proven wide-ranging experience in microbiology projects and research.
• Experience of leading microbiology laboratory operations.
• Wide experience of leading people, creating clarity, coaching, and inspiring performance.
• A working knowledge of the microbiology techniques and instrumentation used within the Microbiology Department.
• Experience of leading and implementing efficiency changes; always seeking improvements and increased capacity.
• Proven competence in managing timely and cost-effective delivery of technical services.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of the needs of the food and related industries would be desirable.
• Experienced in the implementation of quality/business management systems and the requirements of the ISO 17025 standards.

Benefits

• Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards.
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays.
• Buy and sell holiday scheme.
• A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%.
• Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays).
• Subsidised onsite restaurant.

Additional information: Please note due to our rural location you must be able to drive and have your own transport.

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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Science and Management

Industries

Research Services and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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