Contract Analyst II

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

📋 Description

• Execute contract management responsibilities on projects of medium complexity.

• Act as the lead for contract management on strategic accounts.

• Independently create and evaluate Master Services Agreements and other contracts.

• Spearhead negotiations for designated agreements with moderate support from management.

• Cultivate and apply an understanding of Fortrea business units to ensure appropriate contract terms for various studies.

• Develop and negotiate Change Orders of medium complexity, including budgeting as necessary.

• Produce cash flow analyses and payment schedules related to agreements.

• Follow up on unresolved contract matters to meet deadlines and mitigate business and legal risks.

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

• Support management and subject matter experts in upholding standardized contract processes and client relationships.

• Engage in global initiatives aimed at improving contract processes.

• Comply with Contract Management policies and procedures.

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

• Accurately input data into SFDC, Apttus, CMS, and other reporting platforms.

• Provide management with precise updates regarding outstanding contractual documents.

• Assist and mentor junior staff, including reviewing and approving their signature documents.

• Participate in project review meetings.

• Carry out other assigned tasks.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business or life sciences (or equivalent experience).

• Preferred 4 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or CRO industry.

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant contract management experience (or equivalent).

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

• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.

• Intermediate proficiency in Excel and Word.

• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities.

• Exceptional customer service skills, attention to detail, and persistence while maintaining professionalism.

• Proven capability to work independently.

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

• Strong negotiation skills.

• Willingness to participate in meetings across various time zones beyond standard working hours.

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

🏝️ Benefits

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

• Opportunities to assist and mentor junior staff.

• Involvement in process improvement initiatives.