Job Title: Sourcing Execution Manager IV
Location: Remote
Job Summary: We are supporting a search for a Sourcing Execution Manager IV to help drive strategic sourcing activity across R&D categories and clinical development support. We are seeking a professional who can partner with study teams and suppliers, strengthen sourcing processes, and help deliver cost, quality, and compliance outcomes across complex projects.
Responsibilities:
- Execute sourcing strategies for R&D categories, including CROs, study monitoring, site management, and clinical trial support suppliers across all phases of development.
- Lead RFx activity, contractual negotiations, rate card discussions, task orders, and change orders while supporting timely contract execution and budget alignment.
- Partner with clinical study teams and key stakeholders to implement preferred sourcing strategies, support compliance, and meet project timelines.
- Monitor sourcing performance, develop operational metrics, identify continuous improvement opportunities, and support annual savings goals.
Required:
- 5 to 7 years of experience in R&D strategic sourcing, including experience working through transformational efforts within a team.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Sciences, or relevant technical expertise; advanced degree such as an MBA or MS is preferred.
- Experience within the Pharmaceutical or Biotech R&D category, with strong understanding of development of new drugs; Clinical Development category experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience leading and executing large, complex sourcing events; negotiating supplier contracts and rate cards; supporting the development of procurement strategies; and building financial KPI reporting and stakeholder relationships.
- Experience implementing preferred partnership strategy at the study level, interacting with clinical study teams and suppliers, and supporting data analysis with actionable observations.
- Basic understanding of ICH E6 guidelines and familiarity with emerging Procurement technologies.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; strong customer service focus; and effective influencing, negotiating, and analytical skills.
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