REQ-10078846
Maj 26, 2026
India

Sammanfattning

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.

About the Role

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

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    Development
    Development
    India
    Hyderabad (Office)
    Research & Development
    Full time
    Regular
    No

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    Trial Vendor Senior Manager

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