Vendor Relationship Manager

ATR International; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 103,320 - 115,718; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Commuter benefits

Employee discount and referral programs

Paid sick leave

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is hiring a Clinical Contracts & Finance Manager to enhance the operations of the Vendor Relationship Management team. Candidates should possess a BA/BS degree and at least 5 years of experience in vendor management or project management within the biotech or pharmaceutical industries. This role involves managing VRM operations, improving vendor governance processes, and supporting internal collaborations. The position will be hybrid and is located in either Parsippany, NJ or Foster City, CA, offering an hourly rate of $75-$84.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in vendor management, outsourcing, or project management within biotech or pharmaceutical industries.
• Strong foundation in project management and vendor governance frameworks.
• Previous experience in Relationship Management with vendors and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience in Clinical Trial Delivery or Drug Development Lifecycle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver day-to-day VRM operational activities efficiently.
• Support initiatives that improve vendor governance and streamline processes.
• Foster strong relationships with internal teams and improve communication channels.
• Develop frameworks, tools, and reporting for effective vendor management.
• Analyze processes and provide recommendations for improvements.

Skills

Project management

Vendor governance frameworks

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

Overview

ATR International is hiring a Clinical Contracts & Finance Manager for a major client!

Position Summary: We are seeking a dynamic professional to support and enhance the infrastructure and operations of the Vendor Relationship Management (VRM) team. This role will be instrumental in managing projects, optimizing processes, and driving operational excellence within our vendor governance framework.

Responsibilities

• Own the management and delivery of assigned day-to-day VRM operational activities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead and support initiatives that improve vendor governance, streamline processes, and enhance collaboration across teams.
• Partner with internal teams to foster strong relationships, source feedback, and improve communication channels.
• Support development and maintenance of frameworks, tools, and reporting that enable effective vendor relationship management.
• Analyze processes, data and trends to provide actionable recommendations for operational and strategic improvements.
• Coordinate meetings, develop agendas, prepare presentations, and manage documentation for internal and external audiences.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree with 5+ years of relevant experience in vendor management, outsourcing, or project management within biotech or pharmaceutical industries.
• Strong foundation in project management and vendor governance frameworks.
• Previous experience in multiple aspects of Relationship Management including partnering with vendors and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience in Clinical Trial Delivery or Drug Development Lifecycle preferred.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Locations: Parsippany, NJ or Foster City, CA | hybrid

Hourly Rate: $75- $84

Full-time employees (working an average of 30 hours or more) are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match (available after 1 year of employment), commuter benefits, employee discount and referral programs, and life and supplemental income insurance. Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Compensation

Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education, and experience, as well as the benefits package you select.

Work Authorization

ATR International, Inc. cannot sponsor work visas (H-1B, F-1 STEM OPT with I-983, or similar). Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization.

ATR International, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.