Laboratory Technical Services Manager

2 weeks ago


Houston, United States Univar Full time
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As a Lab Technical Services, you will be responsible for the strategic leadership of Univar Solutions: Custom Lab Services. You will lead product development and innovation for project portfolios and applications.

What you'll do
  • Lead lab-based activity in one of our Solution Centers, ensuring that objectives are set, targets are met, and resources are allocated and prioritized appropriately.
  • Working closely with Marketing, Sales and Product Management teams to develop new consumer products or formulations, from the concept phase through to customer presentation.
  • Contribute to the conceptualization and innovation process and drive current and future new product development projects.
  • Be the technical expert for all facets of the existing product portfolio.
  • Develop new product prototypes to demonstrate ingredient function and aid in the sales process.
  • Showcase new products at industry tradeshows and on various digital platforms.
  • Build and prepare detailed results for review. Track and supervise projects and revenue generation, ensuring that all KPIs are being met.
  • Host and visit customers together with the sales, marketing, and product management teams to develop new businesses and support existing business opportunities.
  • Sets up, calibrates, operates, and performs minor maintenance and repair of various laboratory instruments and equipment; takes necessary steps to optimize instrument performance.
  • Assists with the Company's safety program within assigned areas, conducts periodic safety inspections; and provides for the maintenance and protection of Company equipment.
What you'll need
  • A bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related scientific fields is required.
  • Minimum of 3 years of research and development experience, with a very strong emphasis on development vs. pure research.
  • Understanding Pharmaceutical specialty Ingredients is important.
  • Skilled in the creative development and preparation of chemical products/formulation innovations in the specialty ingredients space, knowledge of standard key test methods, and knowledge of laboratory and manufacturing standard methodologies.
  • Must have the ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize workload, and excel at team management at a distance.
  • Ability to develop and grow positive relationships with key customer contacts and suppliers.
  • High level of decision-making ability balancing customer needs and company objectives.
  • Computer skills including Microsoft applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
  • Travel Requirement of ~10%.


Where you'll work

This is a hybrid opportunity. Our Univar Solutions Custom Lab Services is in Houston, TX. Preference for candidates located in the area.

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our team of more than 10,000 employees supports our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor in the world

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefit offering to support our employees' physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.

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