Strategic Vendor Lead – Site Engagement Solutions

IQVIA LLC; Fatih; On-site; TRY 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking an experienced Vendor Management Lead in Turkey to drive site engagement and manage SMOs and service providers for large-scale clinical programs. You will oversee performance against KPIs, support onboarding and contracting, and collaborate with clinical operations, finance, and legal teams to ensure high-quality execution.

The role requires strong stakeholder management, familiarity with regulated environments, and fluency in English and Turkish.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience in vendor management, supplier management, clinical operations, project management, or related areas.
• Understanding of clinical research and site-facing delivery models.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience working in regulated environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Fluency in English & Turkish.

Responsibilities

• Lead vendor governance and performance management activities for clinical research programs.
• Build strong partnerships with SMOs, vendors, and site stakeholders.
• Monitor vendor performance against KPIs, quality standards, and timelines.
• Identify and proactively manage operational risks, issues, and escalation pathways.
• Support vendor onboarding, readiness, contracting, and payment processes.
• Review vendor deliverables, documentation, and financial records to ensure operational accuracy.
• Maintain oversight reports, trackers, and governance documentation.
• Collaborate with Clinical Operations, Finance, Procurement, Legal, and Project Leadership teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and help scale vendor management capabilities across the business.

Skills

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Regulated environments

Bilingual English/Turkish

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

IQVIA is seeking an experienced Vendor Management Lead in Turkey to drive site engagement and manage SMOs and service providers for large-scale clinical programs. You will oversee performance against KPIs, support onboarding and contracting, and collaborate with clinical operations, finance, and legal teams to ensure high-quality execution.

The role requires strong stakeholder management, familiarity with regulated environments, and fluency in English and Turkish.