Associate Director, Global R&D Sourcing

Role: Senior category manager specializing in CRO and external resourcing strategies for R&D. Objectives include optimizing outsourcing spend, enhancing vendor partnerships, and leveraging external solutions like digitalization and AI to improve R&D efficiency, quality, and cost. Responsibilities involve market intelligence gathering, developing category strategies aligned with R&D needs, managing vendor relationships, and overseeing contracting activities. No supervisory duties; limited travel may be required. Requirements: BS/BA with 10+ years or MS/MA with 8+ years in related disciplines; experience in external sourcing, vendor management, and strategic category development within biopharma. Skills include proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract systems. High-value specifics: Focus on CRO/FSP outsourcing, vendor governance, and cost optimization in R&D functions. Emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders across the drug development spectrum. Location: Not specified, travel limited.