Job Description

Why join us
Get ready to own digital excellence as a Business Application Specialist (LIMS) at Nutreco, an SHV company. Our shared purpose of Feeding the Future drives meaningful global impact by enabling sustainable, data-driven, and high-quality food production. Join us in this influential role and own your direction and success.
 

What you’ll do
As a Business Application Specialist (LIMS), you will play a key role in supporting, maintaining, and expanding our global Laboratory Information Management System (LabVantage LIMS. You will act as the technical point of contact for the application, ensuring system stability, data integrity, and continuous improvement.

In this role, you will:

• Provide technical support, maintenance, and troubleshooting for the Labvantage LIMS application.

• Work with internal stakeholders and experts to gather business needs and translate them into technical specifications.

• Assist with development, testing, and implementation of software solutions and system integrations in collaboration with the LIMS vendor.

• Ensure data integrity and database management, supporting SQL-based solutions.

• Provide ongoing user training and support to ensure effective system adoption.

• Support the expansion of LIMS into new countries and integration with other business systems as needed.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including laboratories, IT, and business experts, to improve system performance and usability
   

Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a proactive, accountable professional who enjoys working in a global, technical environment and is ready to take ownership of a critical business application.

You’ll also need:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience

• 5+ years of experience in software development, IT systems management, or business application support

• Strong background in Java and SQL development

• Experience with LIMS systems (LabVantage preferred) or laboratory-related applications

• Solid understanding of relational databases, ideally Microsoft SQL Server

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex requirements into practical solutions

• Excellent communication skills and experience working with diverse, international stakeholders

• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus

• Availability for occasional international travel (up to 25%)

Location: Flexible work location, with options for remote work
 

What you’ll receive
As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with a global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.
In addition, you’ll receive:

• A competitive salary package

• Generous pension scheme

• 30 vacation days + flexibility

• A flexible work environment with the option to work from home up to 2 days per week
   

How and why to find out more 
We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to own your progress, your potential, and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible. For more information, please contact Luisa Ligabo at luisa.ligabonutreco.com . Only candidates with relevant experience in LIMS, laboratory systems, or business application support will be considered.