Job Description
Core member of the Clinical Trial Team (CTT), independently managing all vendor-related aspects of global clinical trial(s) to deliver study outcomes within schedule, budget, quality/compliance and performance standards. Accountable for vendor service delivery at study level.
Accountable for all vendor related operational trial deliverables, according to timelines, budget, operational procedures, quality/compliance and performance standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with Study Team Lead and cross-functional study team members throughout the study lifecycle
- Provide end-to-end vendor oversight from study start-up through close-out, ensuring operational readiness
- Review and contribute to vendor-related sections during clinical protocol development
- Partner with Vendor Startup Manager to develop Study Specification Worksheet (SSW) to support the vendor bidding process
- Manage interfaces and day-to-day interactions with vendors in alignment with vendor partner functions
- Support proposal and budget review in collaboration with procurement; contribute to contract negotiations as required
- Assist in the development and finalization of vendor contract amendments
- Accountable for vendor financial management including cost tracking, budget review, invoice reconciliation, and PO close-out
- Ensure vendor service excellence by monitoring performance against agreed quality and service level standards
- Drive timely, efficient, and compliant execution of vendor activities within assigned clinical programs
Minimum Requirement
- Advanced experience in managing clinical trials/studies within pharma or CRO environments
- Strong expertise in vendor management, including oversight, performance management, and service delivery
- Proven ability in budget management, cost control, and financial oversight of clinical studies
- Demonstrated strengths in project management, planning, and operational execution in a matrix environment
- Effective negotiation, stakeholder collaboration, and cross-functional leadership skills
Skills Desired
Budget Management, Clinical Trials, Negotiation Skills, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Vendor Management, Waterfall Model