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Trial Vendor Senior Manager

0-2 years
Not Disclosed
10 Feb. 13, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Trial Vendor Senior Manager
Job ID: REQ-10038949
Location: Hyderabad, India
Division: Development
Business Unit: Innovative Medicines
Functional Area: Research & Development
Employment Type: Full-time, Regular
Company / Legal Entity: Novartis Healthcare Private Limited


Role Overview

The Trial Vendor Senior Manager is a core member of the Clinical Trial Team (CTT). This role independently manages all vendor-related aspects of global clinical trials, ensuring the delivery of study outcomes within the established schedule, budget, quality/compliance, and performance standards. This position also involves proactively managing vendor-related risks and issues and implementing a global vendor strategy, escalating vendor issues as needed.


Key Responsibilities

  • Collaboration & Interaction:

    • Closely interact with the Study Team Lead and other study team members throughout the lifecycle of the study.
    • Review vendor-related sections of protocols during protocol development.
    • Collaborate with the Vendor Startup Manager to develop the Study Specification Worksheet (SSW) to facilitate the bidding process. In the absence of a Vendor Startup Manager, drive the completion of the SSW.
  • Vendor Management:

    • Manage the interface with vendors in cooperation with vendor partner functions.
    • Collaborate on reviewing vendor quotes and proposals with procurement teams and assist in contract negotiations.
    • Contribute to the development of vendor contract amendments.
    • Oversee vendor cost control, including budget reviews, invoice reconciliation, and purchase order (PO) close-out.
  • Risk & Contingency Management:

    • Create and maintain vendor-related risk maps and establish contingency plans for documentation and risk management.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Timely, efficient, and quality execution of trials and related activities within assigned clinical programs.
  • Adherence to Novartis policies, guidelines, and external regulations.
  • Execution within budget and in compliance with quality standards.
  • Management and monitoring of vendor performance, ensuring service excellence.

Minimum Requirements

Work Experience:

  • Excellent knowledge of clinical operation processes and vendor management.
  • Critical negotiation and collaboration skills, particularly across functional boundaries.
  • Experience in operations management and execution.

Skills:

  • Budget Management: Ability to oversee and control vendor costs.
  • Clinical Trials: Strong knowledge of clinical trial processes and methodologies.
  • Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to negotiate vendor contracts and terms.
  • Process Improvement: Ability to identify opportunities and implement improvements.
  • Project Management & Planning: Expertise in managing projects and planning execution.
  • Vendor Management: In-depth knowledge and experience in managing vendor relationships.

Languages

  • English (fluent)

Why Novartis?

At Novartis, creating breakthroughs in science to improve patients' lives is the top priority. The organization fosters a community of passionate professionals who collaborate, support, and inspire each other. Novartis values diverse perspectives and is committed to helping individuals thrive personally and professionally.

For more details on Novartis culture, career benefits, and rewards, visit their People & Culture Strategy and Benefits & Rewards Handbook.


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This role is essential in managing the operational aspects of clinical trials, vendor relationships, and ensuring that trials are executed efficiently while adhering to compliance and budget standards.