Requirements: English
Company: IQVIA Italia
Region: lombardia, italia , Lombardy
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from IQVIA Italia.On behalf of our client, a global pharmaceutical company, IQVIA is looking for Vendor Management Lead, Drug Development.The candidate will be responsible for the selection, contracting, oversight, and performance management of external vendors and collaborators based in Italy, supporting clinical development. External vendors include CROs, CMOs, central labs, and bioanalytical labs. External collaborators include academic and clinical researchers. This role works cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that Italy-based vendors and collaborators deliver high-quality, timely, and cost-effective services that align with clinical, CMC, and regulatory requirements.Responsibilities:Work with internal and external stakeholders as a cross-functional representative across clinical, regulatory, project management, and other functional areas, advancing activities in Italy, other European countries, and potentially other regions.Identify and assess CROs, CMOs, central labs, specialty vendors, and other service providers.Lead the RFI (Request for Information) and RFP (Request for Proposal) process, evaluating vendors based on capabilities, compliance, cost, and timelines.Oversee site selection, recruitment, and monitoring activities for clinical trials within Italy.Work closely with quality teams to ensure vendor compliance with GCP, GMP, GLP, and ICH guidelines, as well as company policies.Manage external service providers, including CROs, vendors, and clinical trial sites, ensuring all deliverables are met.Work cross-functionally to ensure seamless vendor integration into drug development programs.Facilitate inter-vendor processes, such as transfers of materials and data.Work with Program Management to facilitate development and management of budgets and timelines, adjusting as necessary to meet operational needs.Track and report on vendor budget, progress, Key Performance Indicators, and other key metrics to senior leadership.Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) when performance gaps occur.Work with finance teams to review purchase orders, invoice approvals, and financial reconciliation.Provide vendor-related insights for regulatory submissions (IND, CTA, NDA/BLA) and inspection readiness.Represent the company at vendor meetings and conferences as needed.Qualifications:Bachelors degree in Life Sciences or a related field; an advanced degree (e.g., Masters or PhD) is preferred.Minimum of 5 years of clinical operational experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device industry, with at least 2 years in a vendor-management capacity.Experience managing CROs, CMOs, bioanalytical labs, central labs, and clinical technology vendors.Understanding of clinical trial design, execution, and regulatory requirements (e.g., GCP, ICH, FDA, EMA).Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.Fluency in English and Italian (both written and spoken).Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.Proactive problem-solving and collaboration skills across functional areas.Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Strong communication and organizational skills, including proficiency with modern technology for communication and organization.Proficiency with clinical trial management systems (CTMS) and Microsoft Office.Employment Requirements in Italy:Ability to work under an open-ended, starting with a part-time or potentially full-time contract (contratto a tempo indeterminato) or fixed-term contract (contratto a tempo determinato), depending on company needs.Competitive salary package, commensurate with experience.Health insurance and pension contributions.Annual paid time off (vacation days) and public holidays.Flexible working arrangements (subject to company policies).We offer:Competitive salary package, commensurate with experience.Starting with a temporary 1-year contract.IQVIA reserves the right to evaluate candidates based on domicile/residence and relevant work/study experience. Applications without the required qualifications will not be fully considered. Please provide authorization for the processing of personal data (DL196/2003, GDPR 679/16) for IQVIA and its clients. The search is urgent and open to candidates of both sexes (L.903/77).Seniority levelAssociateEmployment typeContractJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health Care#J-18808-Ljbffr