Senior Manager, R & D Outsourcing

About the Position

Senior Manager, R&D Outsourcing

Code: 36181

Posted: 2026-05-11

Type: Contract

Remote: Yes

Salary Range: $66 - $72 Per Hour

Category: Procurement

The Senior Manager, R&D Outsourcing, is responsible for managing the full contracting lifecycle for strategic outsourced R&D services and projects across assigned therapeutic and functional areas. This includes drafting, reviewing, and negotiating scopes of work, budgets, and contracts with external service providers to support client’s global clinical and portfolio development needs. This individual contributor role partners closely with Business Strategy Leads, Project Owners, Legal, Finance, and Procurement to ensure timely contract execution, cost control, and compliance with client’s policies and standards.

Responsibilities

• Outsourcing Execution

  • Manage vendor identification, RFI/RFP processes, proposal reviews, and budget and contract negotiations for strategic outsourced R&D services (e.g., MSAs, Work Orders, Change Orders, rate cards).
  • Draft, review, and finalize contracts to ensure timely execution and compliance with client policies.
  • Coordinate with project teams and stakeholders to align contract deliverables with operational needs.

• Contract Oversight and Compliance

  • Track contractual obligations and ensure vendors meet agreed terms, budgets, and timelines.
  • Support resolution of contract or performance issues in collaboration with Legal, Finance, and project stakeholders.
  • Maintain organized and up-to-date contract documentation in line with internal requirements and industry regulations.

• Financial and Operational Support

  • Review vendor proposals and budgets for accuracy and alignment with scope.
  • Monitor ongoing vendor spending versus approved budgets; highlight variances as needed.
  • Support financial forecasting and reporting by providing timely contract and spend data.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Business Strategy Leads, Project Owners, Legal, Finance, and Procurement to ensure smooth contract operations.
  • Communicate contract requirements and processes clearly to internal stakeholders.
  • Serve as a resource for questions on contract terms, templates, and procedures.

• Process Improvement and Reporting

  • Identify opportunities to improve contracting efficiency, consistency, and compliance.
  • Contribute to tracking and reporting of outsourcing metrics and performance indicators.
  • Participate in cross-functional initiatives to enhance vendor management practices.

Requirements

• Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Life Sciences, or a related field.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience managing end-to-end contracting with R&D service providers (e.g., CROs).
  • Proven ability to draft, review, and negotiate budgets and contracts.
  • Working knowledge of clinical trial operations and vendor cost structures.
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills across functional teams.

• Preferred:

  • Experience supporting outsourcing in global or matrixed R&D organizations.
  • Familiarity with contract lifecycle management software or financial systems.
  • Understanding of basic financial principles (e.g., budget tracking, forecasting).

We Offer

• Competitive salary range of $66 - $72 per hour.
• Full-time employees are also eligible for benefits options such as health coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401k benefits.

About the Company

At Advanced Clinical, our commitment to diversity and inclusion in every part of our organization is crucial to fulfilling our mission and demonstrating our REAL values. Advanced Clinical is committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or sexual preference, pregnancy or maternity, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Advanced Clinical complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].

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