Associate Director, Outsourcing Management (Biotechnology, Remote)

Job summary

This leadership position is focused on overseeing the sourcing and contracting processes for Technical Operations services, particularly in Clinical Drug Supply. The role involves collaboration with external service providers and aims to enhance value while minimizing risk and cost in a dynamic business environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Over 10 years of relevant industry experience
• Proven expertise in clinical drug supply vendor management and/or clinical outsourcing
• Strong understanding of clinical development and technical operations processes
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Strong collaboration skills with diverse stakeholders
• Effective project management capabilities
• Proactive and results-oriented mindset
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing planning and execution for clinical drug supply services
• Manage the end-to-end sourcing process, including RFP development and execution
• Oversee vendor evaluation and due diligence for suppliers
• Facilitate vendor selection decisions
• Manage contract lifecycle, including negotiation and execution of agreements
• Coordinate contract management for clinical drug supply sourcing activities
• Govern vendor performance and manage risk mitigation processes
• Develop and manage category strategies for assigned services
• Advise on best practices for supplier performance and relationship management

Skills

• Strong project management and coordination skills
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution abilities
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Collaborative mindset with cross-functional teams

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

• Familiarity with procurement and contract management systems