Strategic Clinical Trials Sourcing Lead

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

Global Channel Management is seeking an experienced procurement professional for a contract role focusing on R&D and pharma-related sourcing. The candidate will lead strategic sourcing initiatives, engage with external partners, and support clinical outsourcing efforts within cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates bring extensive experience in R&D procurement, clinical operations knowledge, and proven ability to drive cost-saving initiatives through robust supplier management and contracting

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of R&D procurement/strategic sourcing/category management experience.
• 6+ years of procurement support for Pharma/R&D operations with knowledge of clinical development and clinical operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing programs within assigned categories.
• Draft RFIs/RFPs and conduct supplier evaluations.
• Coordinate reviews with external partners and internal stakeholders.
• Support R&D study team supplier planning and lead key vendor engagements.
• Drive sourcing/contracting process including MSAs and change orders.
• Identify cost savings opportunities and report progress.

Skills

R&D procurement

Strategic sourcing

Pharma/R&D operations

Clinical outsourcing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced Degree

Job description

Global Channel Management is seeking an experienced procurement professional for a contract role focusing on R&D and pharma-related sourcing. The candidate will lead strategic sourcing initiatives, engage with external partners, and support clinical outsourcing efforts within cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates bring extensive experience in R&D procurement, clinical operations knowledge, and proven ability to drive cost-saving initiatives through robust supplier management and contracting