CPSCM Manager#26-22882 Cambridge, MA Hybrid Job Description Job Overview Lead end-to-end, study-level contracting execution for complex clinical vendor categories supporting global Phase I-IV clinical trials. Manage contracting activities for areas such as CRO services, central laboratories, clinical technology providers, and other large functional service categories. Manage specification intake, vendor budgets, scope validation, pricing, Statements of Work (SOWs), amendments, and closeout documentation. Partner with Clinical Operations, Category Management, Finance, and Legal to ensure compliant and commercially sound contracting outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead specification collection and validation with Clinical Trial Leads and Study Management Teams. Develop and negotiate detailed vendor budgets and conduct pricing comparisons. Identify scope gaps, duplication, pricing issues, and changes impacting contracts. Negotiate scope, assumptions, pricing adjustments, and contractual language within established MSA frameworks. Draft, review, and finalize SOWs, amendments, change orders, and closeout agreements. Drive vendors to meet contracting timelines. Ensure contracts comply with ICH GCP standards, procurement policies, and regulatory requirements. Apply Fair Market Value (FMV) methodologies and financial controls to validate vendor proposals. Maintain appropriate contracting documentation and support audit/inspection readiness. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Business, Life Sciences, or a related field. 5-7 years of procurement, sourcing, or contract management experience within biotech/pharma or similarly regulated industries. Advanced degree and/or legal/contracting background is a plus. Procurement certifications such as

CPSM/C.P.M.

are desirable. Preferred/Required Experience Experience managing complex clinical vendor categories such as: CROs Central laboratories Clinical technology services Strong experience with specification development, scope validation, and vendor budget modeling. Proven ability to negotiate pricing and scope within established MSA frameworks. Strong understanding of end-to-end clinical trial contracting workflows and study start-up timelines. Strong commercial acumen, including identifying pricing discrepancies, duplicate scope, and contract risks. Experience managing vendors against contracting cycle times and operational milestones. Ability to manage multiple complex contracts simultaneously. Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills. Detail-oriented with a strong compliance mindset. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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