Company Description

Eurofins Scientific through its subsidiaries is a world leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences, and in agroscience Contract Research services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in genomics and in the support of clinical studies, as well as in BioPharma Contract Development and Manufacturing. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty esoteric and molecular clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA. With ca. 63,000 staƯ across a network of independent companies in 60 countries and operating over 950 laboratories, Eurofins oƯers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods for evaluating the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin and purity of biological substances and products, as well as for innovative clinical diagnostics. The objective of Eurofins companies is to provide their customers with high-quality services, accurate results on time and expert advice by their highly qualified staƯ.

Job Description

The Managing Director is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the Asbestos Testing site in Bucharest, Romania by establishing long-term goals, scientific and commercial strategies, plans, and policies.

(S)he will develop and execute a strategy to establish and grow Eurofins presence in the environmental testing market in the Romanian region, further building a leading position in targeted market segments within 3-5 years including:

General Management

Lead according to Eurofins Leadership Charter and act as a role model for leadership and staƯ. Eurofins leadership principles give a very large degree of autonomy to each business’ leader (within agreed upon financial and operational performance measures).Act as a Eurofins representative, a shareholder representative, a member of the board, or as Managing Director (MD) in the holding and/or operating companies under their scope. Be interim president of operating companies as and when needed.Foster an environment which stimulates open communication, creativity and imagination, and engenders a team spirit in problem-solving and identifying, capturing new business opportunities.

 

Corporate Strategy

Develop strategic plans with their leadership team for their business regarding; service and products portfolio sales, production, consumable sourcing and, IT solutions to maximize the profitable growth.Work closely with key functional leaders on critical business issues such as competitive positioning and competitive strategy; sales force effectiveness; tests portfolio; costs reduction; new business development; and other initiatives to drive increased revenue growth. With the leaders of the in his/her scope, create a value proposition that will support revenue growth and increased customer loyalty.Participate in Key Account and relationship management as needed.

 

Operations

Accountable for the consolidated P&L.Responsible for turnaround and change management.Support the leaders under their responsibility in projects related to the building, commissioning, expansion of new and existing sites as and if agreed with the Group Operating Council. Drive M&A duediligence initiatives and post-merger integration programs.Increase operational effectiveness, productivity and bottom-line results by implementing best-in-class processes and metrics.Analyze operating results and their principal components relative to established objectives. Ensure the soundness of the business’ financial structure. Take appropriate steps for corrective action as required.Overall responsibility for quality of service and compliance with all legal and contractual obligations in all businesses of his/her scope. Set up appropriate control mechanisms to detect any relevant deviation.Interim management for companies without an adequate leader or for specific projects and tasks.Ensure group systems policies and processes are adhered to across the business line under his/her responsibility

 

People

Motivate, retain, develop and recruit excellent leaders for each company of his/her scope and ensure they do the same for each of their business units and sub business units.Implement strong performance management and team development processes along group recommendations and using group tools when available.Assess current talent and ensure that there is a highly committed and capable management team in place in each company, and that these leaders are coaching and mentoring potential successors and incumbents and/or bringing in additional talent as needed.

Qualifications

Education

Masters or PhD highly preferred.Undergraduate degree in the area of Business Administration, Engineering, Chemistry, or Life Sciences.

Experience

Minimum of 10 years working experience, of which 3 years with full P&L responsibility.Proven leadership and business development experience.Previous experience in a small/mid-size company operating in a very competitive/low margin sector.A successful, fast-track career with clear progression that has not yet reached its full potential.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

A good understanding of the B2B environment testing business.A hands-on attitude with an excellent understanding of financial matters.A successful people leader with a focus on production, re-engineering, and cost reduction.An entrepreneurial spirit eager to make the next step

Additional Information

Eurofins has a culture of high professional standards, with strong processes, and an eye for details. Candidates will need to be fully aligned with this culture, which implies a structured and analytical approach, pragmatism, and modesty. We offer:

Involvement in strategic projects for Eurofins & exposure to group leaders. Integration in a fast growing international company with a dynamic working environment and a good team spirit where personal development and growth are encouraged. Extensive on-the-job coaching & training with clear areas of responsibility. An attractive salary package with extra-legal benefits.