CDMA Supplier Relationship Manager

Job Title: Supplier Relationship ManagerLocation: remoteHours/Schedule: M-F; 8:00-5:00Compensation: 40/hr – 55/hrType: contractJob DescriptionThe Supplier Relationship Manager works closely with project, people, and functional leaders across Clinical Operations & Biometrics, Procurement, Legal and Suppliers to ensure appropriate governance and oversight of COMPANY suppliers and maximizes the value obtained from partnerships with external providers of Clinical Trial Services at a study, program or supplier level.This is a two level job requiring a combination of advanced skills and experience in identifying, selecting and managing external suppliers of Clinical Trial Services.Responsibilities Oversee all aspects of outsourcing / external resourcing in support of Clinical Operations and Biomentrics (COBM) functions and sub-functions. Effectively manages the relationships with key suppliers and represents RMS at applicable levels within management teams / steering committees. Develops overall COMPANY COBM outsourcing strategy across functions. Works with COBM leaders to identify and fully document outsourcing needs. Works with Procurement and COBM Subject Matter Experts (SME) to identify and select suppliers. Works with Procurement, Supplier Quality Assurance and SME to qualify. Works with Clinical Contract Administration and Legal to establish Master Services Agreement (MSA) for as many suppliers as possible. Establishes, monitors and reports on Key Performance Indicators for applicable suppliers. Ensures complete and accurate supplier information / records are maintained across applicable systems (e.g., Simple-Buy, CTMS, etc.) Other applicable duties assigned by manager Manages staff; provides staff with coaching, training and opportunities to develop skills, and gives ongoing, constructive and timely feedback on performance and progress toward goals and expectations. Other duties as assigned by management.RequirementsBachelor’s Degree in Business / Finance or industry related field – RequiredMaster’s Degree in Business / Finance or industry related field – Preferred7 years relevant experience required in sponsor / vendor relationship experience within Diagnostics and/or Pharmaceutical industry – Required4 years of specific RFI, RFP, Contracting and/or Budget management experience – Preferred Clinical Trial Services Vendor Management Contracting: Master Services Agreement content and contract negotiations Vendor Budgets Key Performance Indicators for Clinical Trial Services Project Management SoftwareBenefitsSystem One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.#M3