Laboratory Manager

Resumen de trabajo Are you passionate about creating safe, efficient, and high-performing laboratory environments that enable R&D innovation? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. The role is based in Benicarló, Spain (onsite role) . Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration. Where You'll Make a Difference - Lead the day-to-day operations of the Process R&D laboratories, ensuring a safe, organized, and productive working environment. - Optimize laboratory organization, space utilization, reagent management, and inventory control to support experimental activities efficiently. - Ensure the availability of laboratory supplies, shared services, and resources needed for R&D operations. - Manage laboratory equipment throughout its lifecycle, including procurement, installation, commissioning, calibration, maintenance, and upgrades. - Coordinate with Engineering, Maintenance, EHS, Purchasing, IT, suppliers, and laboratory users to support laboratory capabilities and improvements. - Oversee laboratory safety practices, documentation, risk assessments, and compliance with applicable standards and procedures. - Support onboarding and training of new laboratory users, promoting best practices and safe working behaviors. - Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, sustainability, reliability, and cost efficiency. - Maintain laboratory records, procedures, and operational documentation to ensure effective laboratory management. What Makes You the Right Fit - University degree or advanced vocational qualification in Chemistry, Laboratory Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Analysis & Quality Control, or a related field. - Experience managing laboratory operations, equipment, facilities, or technical activities within an industrial or R&D environment. - Strong knowledge of laboratory safety practices, chemical management, risk assessment, and documentation standards. - Experience with purchasing, installing, commissioning, and maintaining laboratory equipment. - Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders, including EHS, Engineering, Maintenance, Purchasing, IT, suppliers, and laboratory users. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word. - Experience using systems and tools for inventory management, task tracking, and record keeping. - Functional English skills for communication with suppliers and regional or global stakeholders. - Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. How Would You Stand Out? - Demonstrated ability to influence and lead initiatives without direct authority. - Strong planning, prioritization, and attention-to-detail capabilities. - Visible commitment to safety, compliance, and risk prevention. - Proven problem-solving skills with a proactive and accountable approach. - Experience applying risk-based decision-making in laboratory environments. - Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. - Continuous improvement mindset focused on operational excellence and laboratory effectiveness. Why Choose Us? - Join a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition committed to innovation and sustainability. - Work in an inclusive and collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued. - Access opportunities to learn, develop, and expand your expertise across functions and geographies. - Participate in regional and global projects and cross-functional initiatives. - Make a direct impact on laboratory safety, reliability, and Process R&D effectiveness. - Grow your career while contributing to the development of innovative solutions that improve everyday products. Somos líder mundial en sabor, aroma y nutrición, ofrecemos a nuestros clientes una gama más amplia de soluciones naturales y aceleramos nuestra estrategia de crecimiento. En IFF creemos que su singularidad libera nuestro potencial. Valoramos el mosaico diverso de etnia, origen nacional, raza, edad, sexo o condición de veterano. Nos esforzamos por lograr un lugar de trabajo inclusivo que permita a cada uno de nuestros colegas aportar su yo auténtico al trabajo, independientemente de su religión, identidad de género y estilo de vida. expresión, orientación sexual o discapacidad. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more