Vendor Manager

Veristat; Massachusetts; Remote; USD 110,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote working

Flexible time off

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plans

Job summary

Veristat seeks a Vendor Manager to lead end-to-end vendor lifecycle for global clinical trials, from sourcing and proposals through contracting and ongoing performance management.

You will develop and manage KPIs, scorecards, and governance programs, while negotiating with vendors and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders and sponsors to ensure a high-performing vendor network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a life sciences or related field.
• 5+ years in vendor management, procurement, or strategic sourcing.
• Experience managing the vendor lifecycle end-to-end in clinical research/CRO or life sciences.
• Proven ability to develop and manage KPIs, scorecards, and governance.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end vendor lifecycle: sourcing, proposal support, selection, qualification, negotiation, and contracting.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships; serve as primary contact for performance concerns and escalations.
• Establish and monitor vendor KPIs and scorecards; assess market trends and emerging vendors.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and sponsors to support strategic decision-making and risk management.

Skills

Vendor management

Procurement

Strategic sourcing

Contracting

Supplier management

KPIs

Scorecards

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Project management

Risk assessment

Contingency planning

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Influence

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement systems

Job description

Job Description:Vendor ManagerThe Vendor Manager is responsible for the end-to-end management of Veristat’s vendor lifecycle, from vendor identification and proposal support through selection, qualification, negotiation, and contract execution. The role will lead strategic sourcing and procurement activities globally, including those supporting clinical trials conducted on behalf of Veristat’s sponsors.The Vendor Manager will also develop and maintain strong relationships with contracted vendors, serving as a key point of contact for performance concerns and escalations. This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining vendor performance measures, including KPIs and scorecards, monitoring vendor performance and market trends, and evaluating new and emerging vendors to ensure Veristat maintains a strong, competitive, and high-performing vendor networkMake an Impact at Veristat!Join a global team with more than 30 years of expertise accelerating life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.105+ approved therapies for marketing applications prepared by Veristat480+ oncology projects in the past 5 years350+ rare disease projects delivered in the past 5 yearsFlexible, inclusive culture — 70% remote workforce, 66% women-led teamsLearn more about our core values here !What we offerThe estimated hiring range for this role is $110- $127k plus applicable bonus. This hiring range is specific to the US and will vary for other regions based upon local market data. Final salary is ultimately decided upon taking into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to: skills and experience, licensure and certifications, education, specific location and dynamic market data.Benefits vary by location and may include:Remote workingFlexible time offPaid holidaysMedical insuranceTuition reimbursementRetirement plansWhat we look forBachelor's Degree required.5+ years of relevant experience in vendor management, procurement, strategic sourcing, contracting, or supplier management; clinical research/CRO, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences experience strongly preferred.Demonstrated experience managing the vendor lifecycle from sourcing and proposal development through contracting, relationship management, and ongoing performance management.Experience developing and managing vendor KPIs, scorecards, governance programs, and performance improvement plans preferred.Strong experience with vendor negotiation, qualification, sourcing, procurement, and contracting.Ability to analyze vendor capabilities, pricing, performance, operational risk, and market alternatives to support strategic decision-making.Demonstrated project/program management skills, including risk assessment and contingency planning.Strong matrix leadership, communication, negotiation, teamwork, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence without authority.Ability to establish strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external business partners.Innovative and adaptable; able to challenge the status quo, drive change, and support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and relevant vendor/procurement systems; awareness of applicable local country requirements is required.Automated Decision Making: All applicants are reviewed by a member of the Veristat Talent Acquisition team; Veristat does not utilize an automated decision-making process.#LI-RD1Veristat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.