Job Description
Job Id: 41422 | Location: Campus Eiffel-Massy, Ile de France, France | Work Model: Hybrid
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Governance
- Define and implement laboratory strategy encompassing analytical methods, equipment, competencies, organizational structure, and quality control management
- Establish and maintain laboratory governance frameworks to ensure operational excellence
- Drive innovation and modernization of laboratory capabilities
Stakeholder Management & Collaboration
- Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships across Clariant's global network
- Serve as primary interface between laboratory operations and R&D, production, and other key functions
- Manage external laboratory partnerships including audits, performance monitoring, and contract negotiations
Financial & Resource Management
- Develop and manage laboratory budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation
- Lead equipment investment planning and capital expenditure decisions
- Negotiate pricing and service agreements with external laboratories and suppliers
Continuous Improvement & HSE Leadership
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency and effectiveness
- Lead Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) programs within the laboratory
- Monitor and drive key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure operational targets are met
Digital Transformation & Systems Implementation
- Provide leadership in the implementation and optimization of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Establish robust database infrastructure and document management systems
- Drive digitalization initiatives to enhance laboratory productivity and data integrity
Performance Management
- Track, analyze, and report on laboratory performance metrics
- Implement corrective actions based on performance data
Foster a culture of accountability and excellence
Requirements:
- At least 5 years with management in an international company.
- Deep analytical chemistry knowledge
- Fluent in English and French (C1 level required)
- Digital mindset (SAP, LIMS)
- Leadership skills
- Problem solving with a business orientation
- Strategic thinking and vision-setting abilities
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Change management expertise
- Results-oriented with strong business acumen
- Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives
- Education: Master, engineer or PhD
Your Contact:
Emilia Pietrzak-Kosiewicz
Talent Acquisition Partner
Telephone: +48 42 293 49 72 | mobile: +48 604262958| E-mail: [email protected]
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Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status ,age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.