A MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES ASUREQUALITY JOINT VENTURE

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 32 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, workplace and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years. If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment,

join us! YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are seeking a visionary and results-oriented Managing Director to provide overall strategic vision, operational leadership, and executive direction for our Australian organization. The Managing Director reports directly to the Regional Vice President and maintains complete P&L; responsibility. Fulfilling this role requires a holistic, cross-functional approach alongside active partnership with Executive Leadership Team members. As a natural leader who beams with inspiration, you will drive sustainable growth, ensure laboratory operational excellence and customer care quality, and foster active cross-country collaboration within the region to maximize synergies and adopt group best practices. Key responsibilities: Develop and implement the Australian business's long-term strategic and operational growth plans (organic expansion and M&A; integration), aligning local initiatives with regional priorities. Coordinate profitable commercial strategies and sales plans with the Sales and Marketing Director, negotiate with major strategic clients, manage pricing, and ensure superior customer care service and market share expansion across testing and non-testing solutions. Lead, animate, and motivate the Australian organization by creating a culture of trust, high engagement,



and cross-functional collaboration, driving talent retention and skills development. Act as strategic sponsor of operational excellence by empowering laboratory operations leadership while allocating optimal resources to scale production capacity and achieve customer satisfaction targets. Deploy a portfolio of innovative services (including sustainability solutions, lean productivity initiatives, and Expert Partners business) by connecting local teams to global and regional ecosystems. Guarantee seamless execution of the Quality Management System (QMS) overseen by the QHSE team, maintaining full regulatory compliance, adherence to group standards, and robust internal controls across all sites. Closely work with the CFO to supervise the budgeting process, monitor payroll and operational costs, and hold full P&L; and Cash Management accountability while co-leading business reviews to achieve revenue and operating profit targets. Promote and act as the primary representative of Mérieux NutriSciences externally in the local Australian marketplace with governmental authorities, key business associations, and industry organizations. Serve as an active member of the ASPAC regional leadership team, actively supporting and contributing to the regional strategy and business performance. YOUR PROFILE

You are an inspirational, results-driven leader with a strong B2B, service industry, or food sector background and a proven track record of general management, operational efficiency, and organizational transformation in an international matrix environment. Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Science, Engineering,



or Business Administration with significant achievement in service industries. Minimum of 15 years of operational management experience with a strong commercial focus and at least 5+ years of successful full P&L; leadership experience. Robust financial knowledge (P&L;, budgeting, cash management), deep understanding of food testing market regulations, quality management systems (QMS), and laboratory microbiology/chemistry operations. Proven track record in increasing sales, driving operational efficiency, enhancing profitability, and managing New Product/Service Introductions (NPI) and change management. Managing Vision & Purpose, Entrepreneurial Drive (M&A; and service innovation), Driving Execution, Dealing with Ambiguity, Developing People, and Motivating Others. High Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence in multicultural environments Established connections within the local Australian food ecosystem (clients, regulatory authorities, industry associations, R&D;, academia). Routine domestic travel to offices and laboratory facilities across Australia, with international travel within ASPAC for regional leadership meetings and to Europe for global management meetings. WHY JOIN US?

Because you would contribute to an inspiring

Public Health purpose,

supported by long-term and visionary shareholders. Because you would have an

impact on our strategic pillars

that build on 60 years of experience and expertise. Because you would be part of a community of

anenthusiastic and skilled group of people

who love

co-building

together and serving a purpose bigger than them. Because you would be

welcome as you are , in a diverse and open-minded workplace that is rich in our singularities and differences. Because you would grow in an

international group of more than 10,000 fantastic team members , with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

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📌 Managing Director (Canberra)
🏢 Mérieux NutriSciences - North America
📍 Canberra