Strategic Pharma Sourcing Lead (Contract)

Business Needs Inc.; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

A sourcing firm is seeking a Sourcing Manager with over 7 years of procurement experience in the Clinical Operations/R&D category. The successful candidate will lead vendor selection, negotiate contracts, and optimize sourcing initiatives. Knowledge of pharma/biotech is highly desirable, along with strong communication and negotiation skills. This role plays a crucial part in driving supplier performance and managing vendor relationships effectively. If interested, please contact for more details.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive procurement experience, focusing on strategic sourcing.
• Experience in pharma/biotech/life sciences and drug development processes is highly desirable.
• Experience in global sourcing of clinical trials is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Focus on sourcing opportunities in Clinical Operations/R&D category.
• Lead RFPs, vendor selection, contract negotiations, and onboarding.
• Track and analyze spend to optimize supplier value.
• Collaborate with business to manage vendor performance and KPIs.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Cost modeling

Category management

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

A sourcing firm is seeking a Sourcing Manager with over 7 years of procurement experience in the Clinical Operations/R&D category. The successful candidate will lead vendor selection, negotiate contracts, and optimize sourcing initiatives. Knowledge of pharma/biotech is highly desirable, along with strong communication and negotiation skills. This role plays a crucial part in driving supplier performance and managing vendor relationships effectively. If interested, please contact for more details.