At ICON, it's our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients' lives.
Our 'Own It' culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.
That's our vision. We're driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you're as driven as we are, join us. You'll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you'll be helping shape an industry.
We are looking for a Vendor Project Manager!
We are seeking a dynamic Vendor Project Manager to oversee and enhance our collaborations with third-party vendors. If you excel in operational and financial management and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you!
Key Responsibilities: Management:Vendor Oversight: Manage operational and financial aspects of third-party vendors.Documentation: Review and keep vendor-specific documents current.Issue Management: Address and escalate vendor issues/risks as needed.Communication:Primary Liaison: Main contact between vendors, project team, and sponsors.Escalation Pathway: Maintain clear escalation pathways with vendors.Relationship Building: Foster positive working relationships with vendors.Information Sharing: Communicate vendor-related information to the study team and sponsor. Coordinate site communication through CTMs and CRAs.Meeting Participation: Attend vendor and team meetings, providing updates.Training and Presentations: Lead vendor management processes and training sessions as needed.Finance:Financial Management: Oversee contracts, budgets, and invoices for vendors.Contract Negotiation: Negotiate study start-up quotes and contracts.Compliance: Ensure vendor adherence to contractual agreements.Contract Finalization: Collaborate with Project Analyst and Legal to finalize contracts.Budget Monitoring: Monitor vendor spend and initiate timely change orders.Forecasting and Reporting: Oversee vendor forecasting and reporting.Quality Assurance:Audit Participation: Engage in vendor-related audits.Documentation Management: Ensure vendor documents are filed in eTMF.Audit Support: Provide necessary documentation for audits.Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years' experience in clinical research, including a management role as a team lead or project manager, required.Minimum 1-2 years of experience managing vendors, strongly preferred.Experience with contract negotiations, strongly preferred.Experience with sponsor relationship management, strongly preferred.Minimum of 1 year of drug development experience, preferred.Travel of up to 25% is required for this position. Exact amounts of travel will vary, pending client needs.English fluency (ability to read, write, speak).Why Join Us? Impactful Work: Contribute to significant projects in medical affairs.Professional Growth: Enhance your skills in vendor management and financial oversight.Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated team of professionals and reputable vendors.To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in Mexico, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be a key player in our project success!
Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals – both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans – and related benefits such as life assurance – so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you'll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.
ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.
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About UsWe want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that drives more client projects to market or accelerated decision than anyone else in the industry. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development. That's our vision. We're driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you're as driven as we are, join us. You'll be working in a great environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you'll be helping shape an industry.
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