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Vendor Operations Project Manager — Pharmaceutical (Remote/Onsite — Indianapolis, IN) Contract

UKRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 27 Apr 2025

About the role

This is a remote position.

Our Fortune 500 Pharmaceutical client has an exciting opportunity for a Vendor Operations Project Manager.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Vendor Operations Project Manager to support one of our clients in their Clinical Trials Patient Engagement Team, driving efficiency and compliance in vendor operations. This role is critical in managing the full scope of vendor operations, including procurement activities, contract oversight, and budget tracking, to ensure seamless project execution. The ideal candidate will have strong project management expertise with a focus on vendor management, procurement processes, and financial oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

Vendor Operations Oversight: Manage vendor selection, award/rejection processes, and contract management, ensuring smooth procurement operations.

Procurement Coordination: Lead the creation and management of Statements of Work (SOWs), Purchase Orders (POs), and invoicing processes to ensure timely execution.

Budget & Financial Tracking: Oversee vendor-related financials, monitoring budgets and ensuring cost efficiency in procurement activities.

Compliance & Documentation Management: Maintain organized vendor-related records, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with internal teams, including legal, finance, and procurement, to align vendor operations with project milestones and objectives.

Technical & Data Management: Utilize Excel and other tools to track budgets, timelines, and vendor performance metrics, ensuring data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications :

Minimum of 3+ years of experience in vendor management, procurement operations, or project management within a clinical or life sciences setting.

Proven expertise in contract management, procurement processes, and budget oversight within complex project environments.

Strong Excel proficiency and ability to manage financial and operational data effectively.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills to manage multiple vendors and procurement workflows.

Experience with SOW creation, PO management, and invoicing processes.

Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills to track and report on vendor performance and procurement metrics.

Other Details :

Schedule: Full time, 40 hours per week

Contract Length: 18 months with renewal

Work Setup: Indianapolis preferred, but will consider Remote for very strong candidates

In addition to a dynamic and collaborative work environment, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being. Our benefits include paid holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO) policy, and medical insurance to ensure our team members have the flexibility and coverage they need. We believe in fostering a healthy work-life balance while providing the necessary support for professional and personal growth.

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