Impactful Vendor Management Lead, Development

BlueRock Therapeutics LP; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 168,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueRock Therapeutics LP in Cambridge, MA, seeks an Associate Director, Vendor Management to optimize outsourced development vendors and governance across clinical programs. You will own vendor performance, drive KPI metrics, and partner with Clinical Operations, Finance, and Procurement to ensure on-time, quality deliverables.

The role requires deep experience in GCP/ICH, contract negotiations, and data-driven oversight, reporting to the Director, Development Operations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in clinical development vendor management or related roles.
• Experience managing clinical vendors and navigating complex contractual/performance discussions.
• Ability to analyze vendor performance data, budgets, and metrics to drive improvement.

Responsibilities

• Own relationship management of assigned Development vendors; ensure delivery against scopes of work, timelines and quality.
• Monitor vendor performance against SOWs and milestones; identify risks and propose mitigations.
• Lead governance, escalation, and issue resolution with cross-functional partners.
• Develop KPIs and drive quarterly performance reviews to improve accountability and outcomes.

Skills

Vendor management

GCP/ICH knowledge

Contract negotiations

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or business

MBA preferred

Job description

BlueRock Therapeutics LP in Cambridge, MA, seeks an Associate Director, Vendor Management to optimize outsourced development vendors and governance across clinical programs. You will own vendor performance, drive KPI metrics, and partner with Clinical Operations, Finance, and Procurement to ensure on-time, quality deliverables.

The role requires deep experience in GCP/ICH, contract negotiations, and data-driven oversight, reporting to the Director, Development Operations.