Director IT Operations Europe, Antech Labs

Antech Diagnostics; Massy; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A veterinary diagnostics leader in Île-de-France is seeking an IT Operations Manager to lead service delivery across reference labs in Europe. The role requires 10 years of experience in IT operations and a strong background in lab environments. Responsibilities include evaluating systems, partnering with teams, and driving improvement initiatives. Knowledge of ITIL practices and the capability to navigate M&A transitions are essential. The position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for travel across Europe.

Qualifications

• 10 years of IT operations leadership experience in complex environments.
• Strong background in lab or production environment support.
• Experience navigating M&A transitions.

Responsabilités

• Lead IT service delivery for reference labs across Europe.
• Act as a strategic partner to Lab Operations leadership.
• Evaluate existing systems and recommend improvements.

Connaissances

IT operations leadership

Relationship management

Service delivery improvement

Understanding of technology in healthcare

Business fluent English

Formation

BA / BS in Computer Science or equivalent

Description du poste

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles : Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead and coordinate IT service delivery and infrastructure support for reference labs across Europe, ensuring operational resilience and high service quality.
• Act as a strategic partner to Lab Operations leadership, identifying and resolving technology friction points that impact lab efficiency and customer experience.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for reference lab IT operations during M&A integrations, including support for TSA exit plans and system transitions.
• Evaluate existing systems, tools, and vendor relationships; recommend improvements aligned with enterprise platforms and standards.
• Partner with Global Infrastructure & Operations and Cybersecurity teams to implement best practices in monitoring, incident management, and endpoint standardization.
• Establish and document processes, metrics, and KPIs to ensure operational visibility and drive continuous improvement.
• Coach and mentor regional technical staff, helping build future-ready capabilities across the team.
• Collaborate with architecture, security, and enterprise platform teams to ensure alignment with global technology roadmaps and governance standards.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :

• BA / BS degree Computer Science or equivalent degree and experience.
• 10 years of IT operations leadership experience in complex, distributed environments (healthcare, diagnostics, or regulated industries preferred)
• Strong background in lab or production environment support (preferred direct experience in reference labs or clinical diagnostics)
• Experience with service delivery improvement, ITIL practices, and infrastructure modernization
• Experience navigating M&A transitions and cross-functional integration initiatives

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• Proven ability to manage through ambiguity and build relationships across regional and global teams
• Systems-minded leader who understands the operational importance of technology in healthcare diagnostics.
• Proven ability to effectively influence both frontline technical teams and executive leadership.
• Comfort with stepping into a transformative environment and laying foundations that scale.
• Business fluent knowledge of English (additional EU languages a plus)
• Ability to travel within Europe as needed

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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