Director Clinical Vendor Management and Performance Optimization

Cambridge, US; Gaithersburg, US; New Jersey, US | full time | Job ID: 11069

About the Role:

As the Director, Clinical Vendor Management & Performance Optimization, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring BioNTech's clinical operations achieve excellence. By establishing strong vendor relationships and driving performance improvements, your work will directly impact our mission to revolutionize medicine and improve global health.

You will lead efforts to optimize vendor performance and cost efficiencies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate services seamlessly. Join us in shaping a dynamic, innovative work environment where your contributions will be key to achieving our ambitious goals.

Your Contribution:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, fostering a mindset of continuous improvement
• Monitor and evaluate vendor performance through KPIs and metrics, identifying opportunities for optimization
• Drive performance negotiations to enhance execution efficiency and reduce costs
• Collaborate with clinical development teams to assess vendor performance and identify areas of improvement
• Analyze cost trends, investigate anomalies, and optimize budgets for better financial outcomes
• Stay abreast of industry trends in vendor management and implement best practices

A Good Match:

• Bachelor's degree in Life or Health Sciences; advanced degree preferred
• Proven experience (7+ years) in vendor/alliance management within clinical trial operations
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in cost analysis, budgeting, and financial forecasting
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and clinical data systems (e.g., eTMF, IWRS)
• A proactive problem-solver with the ability to navigate dynamic environments

If the position is filled in the US, the Expected Pay Range is 168,100/year to 268,700/year + benefits, annual bonus & equity (bonus and equity is variable and dependent on company and individual performance). Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Compensation at other locations may vary significantly.

Your Benefits:

BioNTech US is committed to employee wellbeing and offers best-in-class benefits & HR programs to support an inclusive & diverse workforce. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
• Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7
• Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance
• Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown.
• 401(K) Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs
• Wellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives
• Professional Development Programs
• Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking
• Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance

…and more! More details to be shared.

Home to dozens of research institutions, biopharmaceutical companies, life science incubators, venture capital firms, and over 30 million square feet of laboratory space, Cambridge, Massachusetts has earned a reputation as the #1 life science cluster in the world. As part of the Greater Boston area, the city is often referred to as the "biotech supercluster" due to its high concentration of life sciences firms. This unique ecosystem is the result of a model partnership between academia and industry, fostering collaboration and innovation and driving the development of new therapies, medical devices, and diagnostics. As Cambridge’s thriving life sciences industry continues to evolve, the city remains a beacon of knowledge, innovation, and collaboration, poised to shape the future of science and technology.

Apply now - We look forward to your application!

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