Location: Southall, London Place of Work: On site At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. Your key responsibilities Reporting to the Europe Lab Services Director based in Geneva, your mission is to locally support the Perfumery & Beauty division in the creation and development of new fragrances. In your role, you manage the production of oil and application samples to meet our internal service level agreements according to our Corporate QHSS&E rules, our business priorities and the global best practices. This includes more particularly: - Supervise, train, and support a team of 9 technicians, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. - Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations, promoting a safe working environment. - Manage and oversee daily operational activities, ensuring business continuity and service level agreements. - Identify key opportunities and lead related initiatives to improve the efficiency of our internal production processes, from the internal customer request to its delivery. - Implement and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) to guarantee the expected quality and its reproducibility. - Manage OPEX and CAPEX budgets, procurement, and resource allocation to ensure cost-effective operations. - Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, coordinating maintenance with our partners as well as evolutions according to the business requirements. - Oversee data management, reporting, and documentation to maintain accuracy and integrity. We bring - The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose. - A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome. - A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset. - A community of experienced professionals that will support you along your learning path and challenge you to realize your potential. - Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected - regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity. - An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future. You bring The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a background in operational management ideally acquired in a laboratory environment, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in processes. This role requires a proactive approach to business processes understanding and resource management. - Engineering or Master degree with at least a 5-year experience managing teams within a lab or in a manufacturing environment - Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with a focus on customer satisfaction. - Results-oriented, proactive and accountable - Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective time management. - Excellent analytics and IT skills Our recruitment process Are you interested in this role? Please, apply by submitting your Cv in English. Equal opportunities commitment dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: (here,) there's a place for everyone with us. dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Our people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know. About dsm-firmenich As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world's growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than 12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life every day, everywhere, for billions of people.www.dsm-firmenich.com Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency's fees, percentages or similar.