Vendor Startup Manager (VSM)

• Bachelor degree in science and or business with equivalent working in the pharmaceutical industry or equivalent. Advance degree preferred.
• 3+ years working experience and excellent knowledge of the clinical operation processes and vendor management.
• Excellent knowledge of GxP and ICH regulations.
• Expert knowledge of clinical trial design and mapping to supplier requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership with supplier relationship management and/or expert knowledge of specific service areas.
• Demonstrated partnering across divisions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated root cause analysis, problem solving, and solution generation skills
• Knowledge of key deliverables that impact green light milestones and vendor readiness
• Experience in outsourcing, contracting, sourcing of clinical services with Vendor/CROs (RFP, RFQ, contracting).

The company provides reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals with medical restrictions if an accommodation can be provided without eliminating the essential function of driving.

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Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $130,400 - $195,600/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24,  fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period.  Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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