Senior Manager Vendor Relationship Management
Core
Oversee vendor performance, compliance, and relationships for clinical trial portfolios while driving digital transformation and AI adoption across the vendor ecosystem.
Role type
Senior Manager, Vendor Relationship Management (Clinical Operations)
Builds
Vendor governance frameworks, digital/AI-enabled workflows, and inspection-ready vendor operations
Domain
Biopharmaceuticals / Clinical Trials / Vendor Management
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Vendor performance management, GCP compliance, FDA/EMA regulatory knowledge, Clinical project management, Digital transformation leadership, AI workflow automation, Cross-functional collaboration, Inspection readiness coordination, Team mentorship
Preferred skills
Microsoft Office proficiency, Clinical technology platforms (eTMF, CTMS, EDC), Digital/AI initiative championing
Responsibilities
Oversee vendor performance and health within segment, Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, Lead integration of new vendors into operating model, Conduct quality and compliance assessments, Champion inspection readiness, Drive digital enablement and AI-assisted workflow automation, Lead governance meetings
Seniority
Senior Manager, hands-on leadership with team mentorship
