Description

The Role:

To coordinate and actively support delivery of the Chem-MAP programme, by assuming responsibility for the timely completion of all activities relating to client contracts. This includes but is not limited to, the assessment of risk in chemical formulations, materials, and consumer product, overseeing COSHH assessments and MRSL testing through the laboratory, augmenting audit reports and the overall coordination of the project timelines. 

Main Duties: 

• To work alongside and assist the Chem-MAP Programme Manager
• Undertake all administration in relation to Chem-MAP including but not limited to, raising invoices, logging samples received, postage etc.
• Support the Booking-In function for receiving and receipting samples for testing in the laboratory when required.
• Undertaking risk assessments and completing Chem-MAP Capacity Building Tools for customers.
• Supporting with technical elements of the Chem-MAP programme.
• Liaising with the testing department and support with COSHH and accompanying functions.
• Assisting with the setting up and writing of reports and creating and issuing engagement letters/certificates to clients.
• Template management for technical reports.
• Maintaining and logging data for project management purposes and managing the ZDHC Gateway.
• General office administration for all functions within the Expert Services and Sustainable Chemistry teams, including but not limited to, contract reports, standard operating procedures, creating electronic forms, filing and any other administration as required.
• Supporting with writing articles and copy to support the marketing strategy.
• Using our CRM to log commercial opportunities.
• Special consulting projects relating to chemistry on a case-by-case basis.
• Support in the development of new products and services within the Sustainable Chemistry family (for example, tools, audits, etc.).

Qualifications

 What We Are Looking For:

• Degree educated in chemistry, biochemistry, or relevant subject area and proven experience in leather or textile supply chains and/or chemical industry (desirable).
• A proven successful track record in project management (desirable).
• A driven, enthusiastic, and confident individual with outstanding communication skills.
• Be able to demonstrate good organisational skills and rigorous attention to detail.
• Demonstrates a self-motivated, positive “can do” attitude, and ability to work to tight deadlines and competing demands in a busy commercial environment.
• Demonstrate initiative and ability to multi-task and plan work effectively and work on their own when required.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form.
• Computer literate and confident using Microsoft Office and ideally have experience with data management systems such as CRM’s.
• A flexible approach to working additional hours when required

Additional Info

About Sustainable Chemistry Programme:

The Eurofins BLC Sustainable Chemistry team, work with chemical companies, manufacturers, brands, and retailers across the leather, textile, synthetic, and coatings industries to prevent harmful chemicals from entering the supply chain, protecting workers, consumers, and the environment.

Benefits:  Office based role - 37.5 hours - Monday to Friday, Competitive Salary, Life Assurance 4 x salary, Private Medical Insurance, Healthcash Care Plan, Income Protection, Group Pension Scheme (match contribution of up to 5 %), Option to buy up to 5 days holiday a year, Perkbox (access to discounts), Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential support, World-wide career opportunities.

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 laboratories work 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 dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

Eurofins|BLC is a small but growing business specialising in testing and consulting and operates within the Eurofins Softlines and Leather division. Established for over 100 years specialising in leather, consumer and chemicals we have the technical pedigree and experience to provide targeted, testing and consulting solutions up and down the supply chain.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6,515 billion, and has been the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.