Business Solutions Lead - Internal Candidates Only
Eurofins, Des Moines, IA, United States
Company Description
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in AgroSciences Contract Research Organization services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in‑vitro diagnostic products.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 65,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 950 laboratories in over 60 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
Eurofins Food Testing is a division of the broader Eurofins Scientific Inc. We are the leader in food, feed, and supplement testing, support, and development services. We partner with suppliers, processors, manufacturers, packers, distributors, and retailers. Few testing laboratories can combine the level of expertise, technological leadership, attention to quality and customer service that have made Eurofins the global leader in our space. Significant investments in innovation, technology, IT and logistics.
Job Description The Business Solutions Lead oversees the Business Support Team and provides formal supervision and strategic guidance for key business applications and data capabilities across the U.S. Food network. Reporting to the Associate Director of IT Solutions, this role manages the business analytics, application administration and business‑to‑business integration work streams. The role proactively identifies risks, monitors progress across all Business Support Team projects, and manages escalations and communication as needed.
This position works closely with laboratories and business leaders to understand operational needs and evolving priorities.
Main Responsibilities
Provide formal supervision and direction to the Business Support Team, including performance management and team development.
Conduct workload planning, resource allocation, and capacity management to ensure predictable delivery of commitments.
Ensure Business Support Team initiatives follow established roadmaps by identifying risks, tracking progress, and managing escalation and communication.
Oversee the delivery, optimization, and support of core applications, data‑driven solutions, and B2B integrations.
Serve as the primary liaison for labs and business stakeholders regarding solution strategy, system needs, and operational priorities.
Translate business strategy and lab requirements into actionable plans and solution direction.
Ensure business processes and system requirements are clearly defined, documented, and aligned with standards.
Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, data quality, user experience, and operational reliability.
Evaluate risks, dependencies, and constraints across work streams and implement mitigation strategies.
Support intake and prioritization of enhancements, incidents, and new requests based on value, capacity, and strategic fit.
Facilitate communication across ITISC infrastructure, security, QA, development, and global application teams.
Review team deliverables such as requirements, solution proposals, and documentation for quality and alignment.
Ensure system documentation, workflows, and operational procedures are properly maintained.
Promote continuous improvement of processes, templates, and tools within the Business Support Team.
Support change management activities, including communication, training coordination, and readiness reviews.
Promote effective use of data and analytics, supporting the adoption and improvement of Data Driven tools.
Track and report project milestones, risks, and team metrics.
Qualifications
This position must be filled from within the US Food & Feed Testing organization and requires the following:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in information systems, business, engineering, computer science, or a related field.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in business analysis, IT solution support, lab operations, or related area.
Experience in a supervisory or team leadership role preferred.
Experience with LIMS, analytics platforms, or laboratory operations is beneficial.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and motivate teams.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to collaborate across all levels.
Strong analytical and organizational abilities with attention to detail.
Able to manage multiple priorities, resolve conflicts, and drive accountability.
Clear, concise communication of complex concepts.
Understanding of business applications, data pipelines, integrations, and analytics systems.
Experience with workflow analysis, requirements gathering, and process mapping.
Familiarity with ComLIMS, B2B interfaces, and enterprise reporting tools preferred.
Knowledge of SDLC and ITIL processes.
Experience with Azure DevOps and documentation/modeling tools.
Additional Information What we offer: As an employer, we’re keen to look after our people with as much dedication as they look after our patients. That’s why we offer competitive salaries, excellent training and exceptional career prospects. We’re a growing and ambitious company, so there is huge potential here to develop with us and enjoy fantastic rewards in your career.
Your Data As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.
EEO Statement Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affidative Action employer. Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in AgroSciences Contract Research Organization services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in‑vitro diagnostic products.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 65,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 950 laboratories in over 60 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
Eurofins Food Testing is a division of the broader Eurofins Scientific Inc. We are the leader in food, feed, and supplement testing, support, and development services. We partner with suppliers, processors, manufacturers, packers, distributors, and retailers. Few testing laboratories can combine the level of expertise, technological leadership, attention to quality and customer service that have made Eurofins the global leader in our space. Significant investments in innovation, technology, IT and logistics.
Job Description The Business Solutions Lead oversees the Business Support Team and provides formal supervision and strategic guidance for key business applications and data capabilities across the U.S. Food network. Reporting to the Associate Director of IT Solutions, this role manages the business analytics, application administration and business‑to‑business integration work streams. The role proactively identifies risks, monitors progress across all Business Support Team projects, and manages escalations and communication as needed.
This position works closely with laboratories and business leaders to understand operational needs and evolving priorities.
Main Responsibilities
Provide formal supervision and direction to the Business Support Team, including performance management and team development.
Conduct workload planning, resource allocation, and capacity management to ensure predictable delivery of commitments.
Ensure Business Support Team initiatives follow established roadmaps by identifying risks, tracking progress, and managing escalation and communication.
Oversee the delivery, optimization, and support of core applications, data‑driven solutions, and B2B integrations.
Serve as the primary liaison for labs and business stakeholders regarding solution strategy, system needs, and operational priorities.
Translate business strategy and lab requirements into actionable plans and solution direction.
Ensure business processes and system requirements are clearly defined, documented, and aligned with standards.
Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, data quality, user experience, and operational reliability.
Evaluate risks, dependencies, and constraints across work streams and implement mitigation strategies.
Support intake and prioritization of enhancements, incidents, and new requests based on value, capacity, and strategic fit.
Facilitate communication across ITISC infrastructure, security, QA, development, and global application teams.
Review team deliverables such as requirements, solution proposals, and documentation for quality and alignment.
Ensure system documentation, workflows, and operational procedures are properly maintained.
Promote continuous improvement of processes, templates, and tools within the Business Support Team.
Support change management activities, including communication, training coordination, and readiness reviews.
Promote effective use of data and analytics, supporting the adoption and improvement of Data Driven tools.
Track and report project milestones, risks, and team metrics.
Qualifications
This position must be filled from within the US Food & Feed Testing organization and requires the following:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in information systems, business, engineering, computer science, or a related field.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in business analysis, IT solution support, lab operations, or related area.
Experience in a supervisory or team leadership role preferred.
Experience with LIMS, analytics platforms, or laboratory operations is beneficial.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and motivate teams.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to collaborate across all levels.
Strong analytical and organizational abilities with attention to detail.
Able to manage multiple priorities, resolve conflicts, and drive accountability.
Clear, concise communication of complex concepts.
Understanding of business applications, data pipelines, integrations, and analytics systems.
Experience with workflow analysis, requirements gathering, and process mapping.
Familiarity with ComLIMS, B2B interfaces, and enterprise reporting tools preferred.
Knowledge of SDLC and ITIL processes.
Experience with Azure DevOps and documentation/modeling tools.
Additional Information What we offer: As an employer, we’re keen to look after our people with as much dedication as they look after our patients. That’s why we offer competitive salaries, excellent training and exceptional career prospects. We’re a growing and ambitious company, so there is huge potential here to develop with us and enjoy fantastic rewards in your career.
Your Data As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.
EEO Statement Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affidative Action employer. Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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