Contracts Manager for Clinical Supply Services

Catalent Pharma Solutions; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme 7.5% match

Private medical insurance

On-site parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

Catalent Pharma Solutions in Bathgate, UK seeks a Contracts Manager for Clinical Supply Services to partner with Business Development, Site Operations and Legal across EMEA and APAC. You will lead negotiations and manage execution of customer contracts to ensure compliance with company standards and supporting growth.

The role requires a degree in Life Sciences or related field, proven contract negotiation experience with senior stakeholders, and a customer‑focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience negotiating contracts with senior stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of commercial contract terms in Europe and the US.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills with a customer‑focused mindset.
• Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to Business Development, Site Operations, and Legal teams across EMEA and APAC.
• Lead the negotiation and execution of customer contracts to align with commercial goals and legal standards.
• Negotiate customer contracts in partnership with internal teams to achieve timely deal closure and support growth.
• Maintain accurate records and track contract status and progress.
• Liaise with internal and external legal counsel as needed.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Life sciences background

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Life Sciences/Business

Job description

About Site

With nearly 25 years of experience, our Bathgate location in Scotland, UK is an integral part of Catalent’s European clinical supply services network. This 141,000 sq. ft. facility has a comprehensive range of capabilities to support sponsors’ studies throughout the UK, Europe and beyond, including clinical supply management, FastChain® demand‑led supply, clinical‑scale commercial packaging, and QP release services. We have high‑speed, automated primary packaging for blisters, as well as semi‑automated primary packaging for bottles. We offer packaging design services on site, as well as secondary packaging and clinical‑labeling services.

Position Summary

We have an opportunity for a Contracts Manager for Clinical Supply Services to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with Business Development, Site Operations, and Legal teams across EMEA and APAC. You will lead negotiations and manage the execution of customer contracts, ensuring compliance with company standards and supporting business growth. This position is key to driving customer satisfaction and maintaining strong commercial relationships.

Location

Bathgate, UK
100% Onsite

The Role

Act as a strategic partner to Business Development, Site Operations, and Legal teams across EMEA and APAC. Lead the negotiation and execution of customer contracts to align with commercial goals and legal standards. Negotiate customer contracts in partnership with internal teams to achieve timely deal closure and support growth. Serve as the lead on negotiations with customers regarding commercial contracting terms. Assess and mitigate contractual risks, recommending language that supports business objectives. Ensure contracts reflect company priorities and comply with legal and organizational policies. Maintain accurate records and track contract status and progress. Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to enhancing customer experience. Liaise with internal and external legal counsel as needed.

The Candidate Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience negotiating contracts with senior stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of commercial contract terms in both Europe and the US.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills with a customer‑focused mindset.
• Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively, both verbally and in writing.

Preferred Skills & Background

• Experience negotiating the commercial aspects of contracts.
• Solid understanding of payment terms, liability, and insurance clauses.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience is a plus, but not essential.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working directly with customers and managing contract‑related discussions.
• Understanding of the customer onboarding process and its relation to contractual obligations.

Why You Should Join Catalent

With nearly 25 years of experience, our Bathgate site is a key part of Catalent’s European clinical supply services network, offering advanced capabilities and global reach. Competitive Salary – Reflecting your experience and skills. Benefits – A pension scheme matching up to 7.5% and life assurance. Enjoy BUPA private medical insurance, a generous holiday entitlement that increases with tenure, and the option to trade leave. Career Development – Access high‑quality training, mentoring, and cross‑functional opportunities within Catalent’s global network. Benefit from a subscription to LinkedIn Learning, providing access to 10,000+ online courses. Health & Wellbeing – Includes an employee assistance programme, on‑site canteen facilities, and an active safety and “Patient First” culture. Join Employee Resource Groups that foster a diverse and inclusive workplace. Plus, participate in charitable activities. Excellent Location – Just a few minutes’ drive from J3A of the M8, with free on‑site parking. Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life‑saving and life‑enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [e-mail]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life‑cycle supply. With time‑tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi‑modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life‑enhancing and life‑saving treatments for patients annually.