Associate Director, Vendor Management
Job Description: • Develop and execute outsourcing strategies for clinical trials in collaboration with Clinical Development. • Lead RFI/RFP processes, vendor evaluations, and bid defense meetings. • Ensure all outsourcing activities conform to compliance standards. • Negotiate Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and work orders. • Work cross-functionally to identify and manage special project initiatives. • Drive standardization and process improvement across vendors. • Oversee vendor performance through KPIs and governance meetings. • Collaborate with internal team members to manage vendor relationships. • Partner with Finance to forecast study budgets and manage financial accruals. • Train and educate clinical development and other relevant functional areas. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred. • 8+ years of experience in clinical outsourcing/vendor management within pharma/biotech or CRO. • Experience in Commercial Sourcing a plus • Proven experience negotiating complex contracts and managing vendor relationships • Knowledge of clinical trial operations, regulatory requirements, and financial management. • Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Benefits: • Standard Company benefits including medical, dental, vision, time off and 401K • Participation in Mineralys incentive plans contingent on achievement of personal and company performance Apply tot his job