European Commercial Regional Sourcing Manager

Commercial Regional Sourcing Manager, Europe

Viernheim, Germany

We are looking for a Commercial Regional Sourcing Manager, to join us as a key driver of strategic sourcing across Europe. In this role, you’ll shape sourcing plans, manage supplier relationships, and lead negotiations that deliver real value across a diverse set of corporate services categories including facilities, general services, marketing, HR, and professional services.

Managing a multimillion-euro budget, you’ll partner with stakeholders across multiple departments, and senior leadership to optimise cost, quality, and efficiency while ensuring compliance and effective risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support regional and local sourcing strategies
• Run end-to-end Source-to-Pay activities and drive process improvements
• Manage competitive bidding, negotiate contracts, and deliver measurable savings
• Build strong supplier partnerships and support diverse supplier development
• Conduct market analysis and industry benchmarking
• Influence stakeholders to align with sourcing strategy and best practices
• Support global sourcing projects when needed

Skills and Experience

• Proven buying experience (indirect or direct categories) ideally multi-country.
• Strong negotiation, sourcing strategy, and contract management skills.
• Proven project and change management capabilities.
• Ability to make sound decisions in complex environments.
• Strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Fluency in English and German. French is also a plus.
• Willingness to travel 15–20%.

About Antech

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

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