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Laboratory Operations Manager

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Job Introduction

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Laboratory Manager to work for a global research based pharmaceutical company. The laboratory service function provides support to the core of the business, assisting in the running of laboratories within 3 key areas: waste management, housekeeping and consumables management and delivering a comprehensive service solution. 

Role Responsibility

  • Manage the laboratory operation and services to the agreed specification and to the agreed performance, qualitative and financial targets.
  • Promote and develop an Operational Excellence Culture which secures effective implementation of Lean initiatives.
  • Undertake Lean activities using the DMAIC framework. Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support the business goals in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Build, develop and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.
  • Manage the team to ensure performance against the agreed service level and ensure cost effective decisions are made.
  • Accountable for on-site budget management
  • To continuously keep up to date with all product knowledge and innovation
  • Assist in the development and completion of standard operating procedures and work instructions
  • Complete audits/performance checks and handle any issues/complaints
  • Support training and development of the laboratory services team
  • Maintain and improve client and business knowledge 

The Ideal Candidate

  • Business acumen and knowledge of external industry developments
  • Experience in leading and managing a team
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Excellent relationship management abilities at all levels
  • Experience working in a standards/compliance environment
  • Technical knowledge in biology, chemistry, electronics, equipment maintenance or IT 
  • Sound scientific Knowledge with a reasonable knowledge of scientific instrument types.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt with proven experience of running lean projects.
  • Experience of delivering Operational excellence within a customer facing environment.
  • Knowledge or experience of working in a controlled environment, for example manufacturing or pharmaceutical
  • Demonstrable laboratory orientation skills
     

Package Description

 15% Bonus, £1,300 flexi benefits scheme

About the Company

In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs some 35,000 employees to deliver integrated facilities management services to clients at over 2,300 locations in the corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, defence and justice sectors.

With an annual turnover of over £1bn, we provide everything from catering, cleaning and reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.

 

Salary £40,000
Frequency Annual
Job Reference SDX/TP/17/7/GN
Contract Type Fixed Term – Full Time
Closing Date 26 June, 2012
Job Category Facilities Management
Business Unit UK Corporate Services
Location Cheshire
Posted on 12 June, 2012

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