Senior Clinical Vendor Manager

Parexel International; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Clinical Vendor Manager to oversee vendor operations for key clinical studies. This role offers long-term job security and the opportunity to work with leading global biotechs and top pharmaceutical companies. You will be responsible for managing vendor interfaces, budget control, and contract negotiations while ensuring compliance with operational procedures and performance standards. If you have a passion for clinical operations and vendor management, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience with clinical vendors and operations.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for all vendor-related operational trial deliverables.
• Manage vendor cost control, budget review, and invoice reconciliation.

Skills

Vendor Management

Clinical Operations Knowledge

Budget Management

Contract Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Advanced Degree

Tools

Clinical Trial Management Systems

eCOA

ePro

IRT

Job description

Parexel is currently seeking a Senior Clinical Vendor Manager to join us; you will be assigned to one of our key sponsors in the region.

Working as a Senior Clinical Vendor Manager at Parexel FSP offers tremendous long-term job security and prospects. We undertake vital clinical studies for sponsors including the leading global biotechs and Pharma top 50, and we have an incredible pipeline of work.

In this role, you will be independently accountable for all vendor-related operational trial deliverables of assigned protocols, according to timelines, budget, operational procedures, quality/compliance, and performance standards.

Some specifics about this advertised role:

• Dedicated to one client.
• Manages interface with vendors in cooperation with vendor partner functions.
• This isn't a category-specific role; rather, you will be responsible for all categories across assigned protocols.
• Quote/proposal review in collaboration with procurement; support contract negotiations if required.
• Contributes to the development of vendor contract amendments.
• Accountable for vendor cost control, budget review, invoice reconciliation, and PO close-out.

Here are a few requirements specific to this advertised role:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree is required, with an advanced degree preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience working across various clinical vendors (IRT, eCOA, ePro).
• Excellent knowledge of the clinical operation processes and vendor management.