Operational Lab Manager – Oil, Gas & Chemicals

SGS

. Strategic and operational overall responsibility for the OGC laboratory sites in Hamburg, Wilhelmshaven, and Speyer .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and operational management capabilities in laboratory settings, with a focus on optimizing processes, managing resources, and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Proficient in strategic collaboration with stakeholders and adept in both German and English communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Leadership ExperienceOperational ManagementLaboratory Process OptimizationFluent German and EnglishIndustry Knowledge in Oil, Gas & Chemicals

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Hard Skills

Degree in ChemistryLaboratory ManagementOrder ProcessingKPI ManagementBudget ManagementProcess OptimizationCross-Site Team LeadershipComplex Operational Unit Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaboration SkillsEmployee DevelopmentMotivational Leadership

Industry Keywords

Oil IndustryGas IndustryChemicals SectorAnalytical Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Strategic and operational overall responsibility for the OGC laboratory sites in Hamburg, Wilhelmshaven, and Speyer
Leadership, development, and management of the laboratory management and order processing teams
Disciplinary and functional leadership of 7 direct reports, with overall responsibility for an organization of 47 FTEs
Ensuring an economically viable, efficient, and high-quality laboratory organization
Responsibility for resources, KPIs, and budgets, as well as the continuous optimization of laboratory processes
Managing external service providers and ensuring reliable order processing
Close collaboration with internal and international stakeholders to implement the business strategy and further develop the OGC business

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed degree in chemistry or a comparable natural science discipline
Several years of leadership experience in an operational management role, ideally in a laboratory, chemical, or analytical environment
Proven experience leading larger organizational units with multiple management levels and cross-site teams
In-depth industry knowledge of the Oil, Gas & Chemicals sector
Strong business acumen and experience managing complex operational units
Proven success in leading, motivating, and developing employees and managers
Excellent communication and collaboration skills when working with internal and external stakeholders
Fluent German and English skills, both written and spoken
High willingness to travel within Germany (approximately 25%)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working hours
Professional development opportunities
Mobile working
Health and wellness programs
Germany Ticket subsidy
Job bike
Company pension scheme
Discount programs for shopping, gyms, and more
Diversity and inclusion as part of the company culture