Contract Analyst II

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Brazil.

📋 Description

• Execute contract management responsibilities for medium complexity projects as assigned.

• Act as the primary contract management contact for strategic accounts as designated.

• Independently create and review Agreements, including Master Services Agreements.

• Lead negotiations for all assigned Agreements with moderate support from management.

• Acquire and apply a solid understanding of various Fortrea business units to ensure appropriate contract terms for all study types.

• Develop and negotiate medium complexity Change Orders for assigned projects with management assistance.

• Produce cash flow analyses and payment schedules.

• Follow up on unresolved contract issues to ensure resolution.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Contract Analysts, Client Services, Finance, Pricing, and Sales.

• Assist management and subject matter experts in maintaining cohesive contract processes and client relationships.

• Engage in process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the global delivery of contracts.

• Comply with Contract Management policies and procedures.

• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations from a contracting standpoint.

• Accurately enter data into SFDC, Apttus, CMS, and/or other tools necessary for reporting.

• Provide timely updates on all outstanding contractual documents to management as needed.

⛳️ Requirements

• BA or BS in business or life sciences (or equivalent experience).

• Preferred 4 years in the pharmaceutical or CRO industry, including a minimum of 2 years in contract management (or equivalent experience).

• Proven ability to plan, manage multiple tasks, and set priorities.

• Demonstrated skills in teamwork, communication, and organization.

• Proficient in Excel and Word at an intermediate level.

• Strong problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to be persistent while maintaining professionalism.

• Established capability to work independently.

• Experience and comfort in a high-volume, fast-paced environment are essential.

• Competence in negotiation.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexibility to participate in meetings across different time zones outside of core working hours.

• Possibility of working extended hours to meet client deliverable deadlines.

• May be required to attend off-site client meetings as directed by management.