Head of Chemistry - 12 Month FTC Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire Salary: DOE Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract A leading technical testing and consultancy organisation is looking for an experienced Head of Chemistry to join its team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a senior leadership role overseeing a well-established Chemistry department of around 20 technical and laboratory-based staff. The successful candidate will combine strong people leadership with a commercial mindset, helping to develop the department, improve its structure and processes, and identify opportunities for business growth. The Role As Head of Chemistry, you will take overall responsibility for the Chemistry department, providing leadership across laboratory management, technical operations and business development. Key responsibilities will include: Leading, motivating and developing a team of approximately 20 technical and laboratory staff Reviewing and developing the departmental structure to support future growth Identifying and developing new business opportunities to maintain and increase market share Contributing to sales, marketing and business development strategies Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, members and industry contacts Representing the organisation at external meetings, industry events and with senior stakeholders Ensuring the department maintains an appropriate UKAS accreditation scope Supporting extensions to the department's technical scope where required Maintaining high standards across quality management systems and documentation Ensuring health
Head of Chemistry - Lead & Grow a Dynamic Lab employer: Impact Recruitment Services
Join a well-established global manufacturing business in Northamptonshire that values innovation and sustainability. As a Global Purchasing Manager, you'll thrive in a dynamic work culture that encourages strong negotiation skills and offers opportunities for professional growth while making a meaningful impact on the supply chain. With a focus on centralising purchasing processes and championing sustainability, this role provides a unique chance to drive change and enhance operational efficiency within a supportive team environment.
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