Site Contracting Manager

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

📋 Description

• Develop and implement strategies for contract negotiation and development for clinical site agreements.

• Oversee and manage a portfolio of clinical study agreements.

• Create budgets and contract templates.

• Provide guidance to Contract Specialists in negotiations according to the established strategy.

• Formulate and manage budgets and contracts within CMR.

• Report on financial metrics, savings, contract statuses, and timelines.

• Analyze and interpret clinical trial protocols to formulate investigator budgets and site contracts for US Clinical Development & Operations.

• Negotiate budgets and contracts in alignment with Fair Market Value, escalating issues for approval as necessary.

• Engage with investigator site personnel and NNI legal to facilitate, negotiate, and finalize clinical contract agreements.

• Identify contract and financial opportunities or risks and develop mitigation strategies in collaboration with stakeholders.

• Develop and communicate metrics for savings, timelines for contract deliverables, and reports for budget escalations.

• Review, validate, and approve engagements with HCPs.

• Construct compelling contractual arguments that align with business policies and objectives.

• Address complex issues through analytical thinking and collaborative efforts across departments.

• Represent the contracting team in internal meetings and presentations alongside trial teams, management, and headquarters.

• Support the development of guidelines, training programs, policies, and procedures related to contracts and budgeting.

• Lead process improvement initiatives and conduct ad hoc analyses.

• Create amended contract and budget documents while maintaining contract management records.

• Optimize contract, proposal, and internal processes by introducing innovative solutions.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree is required; relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree when appropriate.

• An advanced degree is preferred.

• A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in a relevant field is required.

• Experience in clinical trials is essential.

• Budgeting or analytical experience is necessary.

• Contracting experience is advantageous.

• A keen interest in technology and process improvement is a plus.

• Capability to work under pressure and tackle unfamiliar tasks proactively.

• A results-oriented team leader with outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in multitasking, effective prioritization, and implementing decisions to meet both immediate and long-term objectives.

• Ability to collaborate with local and global stakeholders to design and execute analyses that support decision-making and planning.

• Proven skills in analytical thinking, organization, communication, presentation, relationship management, and interpersonal interactions.

• A commitment to quality, meticulous attention to detail, and the provision of high-quality service to both internal and external stakeholders.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word is required.

• Experience working in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment and leading complex operational initiatives.

• Ability to lead discussions, facilitate teamwork, and deliver effective presentations.

• Foundational skills in designing and implementing innovation/improvement initiatives, including change management.

• Capability to convert data into insights and provide recommendations based on business acumen.

• Familiarity with Medidata Grant Manager Planning or other clinical budget and benchmarking systems is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Company bonus based on individual and organizational performance.

• Long-term incentive compensation and/or company vehicles based on position level or company factors.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Life insurance options.

• Disability insurance coverage.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Employee assistance program.

• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.

• Voluntary group legal benefits.

• Critical illness insurance options.

• Identity theft protection services.

• Pet insurance options.

• Auto/home insurance offerings.

• Sick leave.

• Flexible vacation policy.

• Parental leave policy.