The Vendor Manager is responsible for contracting and managing vendors during study start-up and maintaining oversight and issue resolution management during study conduct.
The Vendor Manager works in close collaboration with the project management team for all project specific vendors' needs.
The Vendor Manager is also responsible for timeline management and acts as the main point of contact for Vendors and Sponsors.This role will be perfect for you if :You have experience working with vendors and you are knowledgeable about clinical research projects.You want to advance your career with a Canadian-owned CRO with an increasingly global reach.You want to have an impact in a fast-growing company.RESPONSIBILITIESMore specifically, the Vendor Manager must:Manage study specific vendors from start-up to closeout.Lead project-specific Vendor Management meetings.Review vendor contracts and ensure study requirements are captured and represented in the vendor's contractual documentation.Manage the quality of work done by vendors and identify potential risks and mitigation plans.Manage vendor setup timelines in preparation for site activation.Prepare and present vendor topics at sponsor kick-off meetings.Obtain regular updates from project teams and department heads on vendor performance during the conduct of the study.Manage and monitor contracts for compliance throughout the project lifecycle; prepare change orders for out-of-scope services (renewal, prolongation of agreement, new services) for ongoing studies.Analyze discrepancies between planned and actual results and participate in the development of corrective actions as needed.Provide vendors status updates to project teams and sponsors ensuring compliance with the study budget, project scope, and timelines.Work with all business units to resolve any vendor-related issues.Review and sign-off on vendor invoices to ensure billing is appropriate based on the terms of the WO/CO of each project; work closely with the Finance department to ensure invoices are processed in a timely manner.IDEAL PROFILEEducationBachelor's degree in science or relevant field of study.Specialized graduate diploma in drug development is an asset.ExperienceAt least 3 years of experience in clinical research in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and/or CRO industry.Knowledge and skillsStrong understanding of contract management.Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; French is an asset.Highly organized and detail-oriented with effective project planning and time management skills.Quick learner, good adaptability, and versatility.Strong communication, problem-solving, and multi-tasking skills.Ability to work in a team environment and establish good relationships with colleagues and vendors.OUR COMPANYThe work environmentAt Innovaderm, you will work with brilliant and driven colleagues.
Our values are collaboration, innovation, reliability, and responsiveness.
We offer a stimulating work environment and attractive advancement opportunities.In this position, you will be eligible for the following perks:Permanent full-time positionCompany benefits packageOngoing learning and developmentAbout InnovadermInnovaderm is a contract research organization (CRO) specialized in dermatology.
Since its beginnings in 2000, our organization has benefited from a solid reputation for the quality of its research and services exceeding the expectations of its clients.
Based in Montreal, Innovaderm continues to grow and expand in North America and Europe.Innovaderm is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals.
As such, Innovaderm will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities, upon request.Innovaderm only accepts applicants who can legally work in Spain.#J-18808-Ljbffr