Outsourcing Manager - Oncology (m/f)

Description

• Lead the CRO provider selection process (on a study-by-study basis) with guidance of Local or Global Head of Outsourcing as needed
• Deliver cost savings and cost avoidance, whenever possible
• Assist Clinical Teams in definition of work specification and also in some cases actually define the work specifications including the scope of amendments
• Support teams to ensure vendors are delivering to a high level of quality
• Responsible for negotiation of multi-million dollars contracts with guidance of Local Head or Global Head of Outsourcing as needed
• Minimize regulatory, legal, and financial risks under guidance and supervision of Senior Outsourcing Manager or Local Head
• Manage ongoing CRO/Central Labs/Specialty Provider collaborations (business conflicts, issue resolution, project status, adherence to budget, periodic provider appraisals, etc.) under guidance and supervision of Senior Outsourcing Manager or Local Head
• Deliver quality contracts through close collaboration with functional partner such as legal, Finance, QA, and functional line units under guidance and supervision of Senior Outsourcing Manager or Local Head

• Bachelor's degree / PhD, MBA or equivalent desirable.
• Profound experience in Drug Development in Pharmaceutical Industry or with a CRO/Central Lab/Specialty Provider
• Solid understanding of the clinical development process and in depth experience in the management of clinical trials is a must
• Demonstrated ability of completing projects on time and within budget
• Good influencing and negotiation skills
• Basic understanding of contracts (including basic legal understanding of terms and conditions)
• Familiar with the CRO/Central Labs./Specialty Provider marketplace
• Good financial understanding (understanding of cost drivers for clinical trials) as it relates to contracts and cost reductions
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills (team player)