Eurofins|BLC is a small but growing business specialising in testing and consulting and operates within the Eurofins Softlines and Leather division. Established for over 100 years specialising in leather and products such as footwear, bags and upholstery, we have the technical pedigree and experience to provide targeted, testing and consulting solutions up and down the supply chain.

Eurofins|BLC is part of the Eurofins Scientific group which provides Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the leading global emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing.

In 2020, Eurofins generated 5.4 billion Euro proforma turnover in 800 laboratories across 50 countries, employing about 50,000 staff.

The Role:

To manage the technical elements of the Sustainable Chemistry programme and assume responsibility as the business lead for all products and services.  This includes, but not limited to, assessment of risk in chemical formulations, materials and consumer products, overseeing RSL and MRSL testing, organising audits, liaising with auditors and overall management of the sustainable chemistry services.

Main duties: 

• Business lead on all sustainable chemistry-related products and services.
• Business development to include sales of chemical management services.
• Managing technical elements of the Sustainable Chemistry programme.
• Developing new products and services within the Sustainable Chemistry family (for example, tools, audits, training).
• Line management responsibility for a small Sustainable Chemistry team.
• Capacity building within the Eurofins commercial teams to scale the sales of Sustainable Chemistry products.
•  A key point of contact for ZDHC and wider chemical management services for Eurofins.
• Management of ZDHC accreditation testing, training and consulting.
• Technical oversight of the Sustainable Chemistry website. Supporting with technical copy, posts, and the management of the blog. Providing innovation for messaging and new content (videos etc).
• Technical oversight of other Sustainable Chemistry marketing campaigns (e-mail, social media, Eurofins group website etc).
• Special consulting projects relating to chemistry on a case by case basis.

What We Are Looking For:

• Degree educated in chemistry, biochemistry or relevant subject area and proven experience in leather or textile supply chains and/or chemical industry
• Ideally have a proven successful track record in project management
• Must be goal-driven and motivated to meet and exceed targets
• A driven, enthusiastic and confident individual with outstanding communication skills
• Demonstrates a self-motivated, resilient and above all positive approach with a can-do attitude
• Ability to travel to client sites across the country (pool car provided) and international travel when required

About Sustainable Chemistry Programme:

The Eurofins │ BLC Sustainable Chemistry team works with chemical companies, manufacturers and brands and retailers across the leather, textile, synthetic and coatings industries to prevent harmful chemicals from entering the supply chain, protecting workers, consumers and the environment.

Benefits:

Working 37.5 hours per week working from our Northampton Office. Competitive Salary, Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, Income Protection, Group Pension Scheme, Perkbox Discounts, Free Parking onsite.