Business Unit Manager- Food Testing- Louisville, KY
Core
Lead and transform a Food Testing laboratory in Louisville, KY, focusing on operational excellence, cultural transformation, commercial growth, and business performance.
Role type
Business Unit Manager (Microbiology)
Builds
Food testing services for clients across multiple industries
Domain
Food safety and quality testing / Life Sciences
Required skills
P&L management, operational leadership, change management, KPI management, process improvement, team leadership (30-50+ employees), regulated environment experience
Preferred skills
Microbiology/lab knowledge, turnaround experience, hands-on leadership style
Responsibilities
Take full ownership of Business Unit P&L, lead day-to-day laboratory operations, drive cultural transformation, build structure through KPI management, lead and develop a team of ~40 employees, ensure business continuity and customer satisfaction, collaborate with the President to align delivery with customer needs, identify and implement efficiency improvements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC