Analytical Lab Manager (M/F)

Job Title: Analytical Lab Manager (M/F)
City, Country: Village Neuf, France

Work mode: Onsite

Open-ended contract position

Are you interested in working for an industry leader that values safety, sustainability and employee development? Then join our team as an Analytical Lab Manager in Animal Nutrition! The Analytical Lab Manager is responsible for overseeing all analytical testing related to animal feed, ingredients, and nutritional products. This role ensures the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of laboratory results, manages a team of lab technicians, and ensures compliance with regulatory and quality standards.

About ANH

In 2024, dsm-firmenich shared its plan to find a new owner for the Animal Nutrition & Health (ANH) business, including vitamins. ANH, a dsm-firmenich company, is a global leader in animal nutrition and health, as well as vitamins, carotenoids, and aroma ingredients. ANH is an innovation leader and increased its sales to € 3,3 bn with a team of more than 7800 people, driven by its strong purpose: feeding the planet without costing the earth. Together, we make it possible. www.dsm-firmenich.com/ANH

Your key responsibilities

Laboratory Operations:

Manage daily operations of the analytical lab, including scheduling, workflow, and resource allocation.
Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of analytical instruments (e.g., HPLC, ICP, NIR, LC-MSMS).
Develop and implement SOPs and quality control procedures.

Analytical Testing:

Supervise analysis of feed for nutrient composition (e.g. protein, fiber, minerals, vitamins) and of biological samples (e.g. plasma, tissue from animals) for quantification of small molecules and metabolites.
Coordinate the development, validation and troubleshooting of analytical methods.
Ensure data integrity and timely reporting of results.
Involve in the interpretation of the results in the field of animal nutrition.

Team Leadership:

Supervise, train, and mentor laboratory staff.
Conduct performance evaluations and support professional development.
Maintain a safe working environment and enforce lab safety protocols.

Collaboration:

Ensure a smooth collaboration between the analytical laboratory and the other teams of the research center.

Work closely with R&D ANH global teams to support product development.
Participate in cross-functional projects.

We offer

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside passionate and talented professionals from diverse backgrounds, fostering a culture of teamwork and shared success.
Growth Opportunities: Benefit from continuous learning and development programs designed to enhance your skills and advance your career within a global leader in nutrition and health.
Impactful Work: Make a real difference by improving animal health, productivity and Sustainability, contributing to a more sustainable and ethical practices in the animal nutrition sector.
Dynamic Culture: Be part of an inclusive and dynamic work environment that values innovation, integrity, and excellence, where your ideas and contributions are always welcomed.

You bring

The successful candidate will have:

Qualifications: Master’s degree or PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Animal Science, Food Science, or related field.

Professional experience: 5+ years of experience in the operational management of an analytical laboratory, preferably in animal nutrition or feed/food industry.
Strong knowledge of analytical techniques and instrumentation.
Strong experience in leading teams and fostering collaboration.
Excellent interpersonal and social skills.
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Fluency in English and French.

Preferred Skills:

Successful experience in operational management.

Experience with bioanalytic or feed/food analytic.
Knowledge with LIMS and ELN.

Our recruitment process
Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading us your resume in English via our career portal. Due to privacy regulations, we can only actively interact with applications via our career portal.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

DEI and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.