Back to Job SearchWe are currently looking for a Business Manager – Microbiology to join a leading analytical services organisation based in Gloucestershire. As the Business Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the microbiology department, including service delivery, team leadership, financial management, operational improvement, and client satisfaction.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As the Business Manager – Microbiology, your responsibilities will include:
• Operational & Strategic Leadership: Manage departmental operations to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of microbiological services to food and beverage clients. Translate strategic business objectives into actionable operational plans that drive efficiency and service excellence.
• Team & Performance Management: Lead a department of approximately 50 staff, including 6 direct reports (Section Managers). Drive team performance through coaching, training, and structured development plans.
• Client & Commercial Engagement: Act as a senior contact for key clients, ensuring that service levels are met or exceeded. Collaborate with commercial teams to support sales pipelines and identify new revenue opportunities within the microbiology service area.
• Financial & Resource Management: Take full accountability for the department’s financial performance, including budget setting, cost control, and revenue delivery. Oversee capital investment proposals, resource allocation, and lab efficiency improvements.
• Quality, Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Promote a quality-first culture, ensuring accurate, timely, and repeatable microbiological analysis. Lead initiatives to improve lab processes, reduce waste, and introduce new capabilities aligned to market needs.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
To be successful in your application for this Business Manager – Microbiology position, you will need:
• A degree in a relevant scientific discipline, experience managing scientific teams and laboratory operations within a microbiology or analytical services environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and inspire multi-disciplinary teams in a technical environment. Broad knowledge of the analytical requirements, particularly within the food, beverage, or pharmaceutical sectors.
• Experience in client management, commercial delivery and managing large budgets within laboratory operations.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As the Business Manager – Microbiology, your responsibilities will include:
• Operational & Strategic Leadership: Manage departmental operations to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of microbiological services to food and beverage clients. Translate strategic business objectives into actionable operational plans that drive efficiency and service excellence.
• Team & Performance Management: Lead a department of approximately 50 staff, including 6 direct reports (Section Managers). Drive team performance through coaching, training, and structured development plans.
• Client & Commercial Engagement: Act as a senior contact for key clients, ensuring that service levels are met or exceeded. Collaborate with commercial teams to support sales pipelines and identify new revenue opportunities within the microbiology service area.
• Financial & Resource Management: Take full accountability for the department’s financial performance, including budget setting, cost control, and revenue delivery. Oversee capital investment proposals, resource allocation, and lab efficiency improvements.
• Quality, Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Promote a quality-first culture, ensuring accurate, timely, and repeatable microbiological analysis. Lead initiatives to improve lab processes, reduce waste, and introduce new capabilities aligned to market needs.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
To be successful in your application for this Business Manager – Microbiology position, you will need:
• A degree in a relevant scientific discipline, experience managing scientific teams and laboratory operations within a microbiology or analytical services environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and inspire multi-disciplinary teams in a technical environment. Broad knowledge of the analytical requirements, particularly within the food, beverage, or pharmaceutical sectors.
• Experience in client management, commercial delivery and managing large budgets within laboratory operations.
Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the STEM sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career.
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