Senior Manager, Clinical Partner Outsourcing | Clinical Procurement | Contract & Supplier Management | R&D Clinical Trials

August 10, 2026

Senior Manager, Clinical Partner Outsourcing | Clinical Procurement | Contract & Supplier Management | R&D Clinical TrialsRole Overview<ul><li>Senior-level role within a global R&D clinical operations environment</li><li>Responsible for clinical study outsourcing, supplier contracts, and commercial governance</li><li>Ensures timely study delivery with strong financial discipline and compliance</li><li>Works cross-functionally across clinical operations, procurement, and study teams</li><li>Hybrid / remote flexibility depending on location (Cambridge, MA base)</li></ul>Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Contracts & Outsourcing<ul><li>Develop and finalise study-level contracts and change orders aligned to Master Service Agreements</li><li>Lead commercial structuring, contracting, and supplier negotiations across CROs and vendors</li><li>Translate clinical study requirements into robust commercial agreements</li><li>Manage contract amendments throughout the study lifecycle</li><li>Support study closeout and final financial reconciliation</li></ul>Financial & Commercial Management<ul><li>Build and validate cost models and pricing assumptions for clinical studies</li><li>Generate cost estimates to support study planning and budgeting</li><li>Ensure fiscal discipline across outsourced clinical operations</li><li>Oversee alignment between contractual terms and operational execution</li></ul>Supplier & Stakeholder Management<ul><li>Drive negotiations with CROs and clinical suppliers to optimise commercial terms</li><li>Resolve operational and contractual issues in collaboration with study teams</li><li>Escalate risks and manage contingency planning where required</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders</li></ul>Governance, Compliance & Process Improvement<ul><li>Ensure compliance with internal policies, GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory standards</li><li>Support inspection readiness for regulated clinical activities</li><li>Identify industry best practices through benchmarking and continuous improvement</li><li>Lead or support strategic initiatives and operational improvements</li></ul>Key Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree required (advanced degree such as MBA preferred)</li><li>7+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical, clinical research, or R&D outsourcing</li><li>Strong background in clinical procurement, supplier management, or contract negotiation</li><li>Deep understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory frameworks</li><li>Experience with CRO models, clinical budgets, and commercial structures</li><li>Strong financial analysis and cost modelling capability</li><li>Knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>Strong strategic thinking and project management ability</li></ul>Work Environment<ul><li>Global pharmaceutical R&D organisation</li><li>High-complexity clinical trial outsourcing and procurement environment</li><li>Cross-functional collaboration across clinical operations, finance, and vendors</li><li>Strong regulatory and compliance-driven structure</li><li>Fast-paced, multi-study portfolio management environment</li></ul>