Supplier Performance Management (SPM) Manager

Parexel is looking to hire a Supplier Performance Management Manager (SPM) ! The SPM manager monitors and drives supplier performance, compliance, and process improvements in clinical trials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and developing individual and supplier-specific objectives
• Coordinating and prioritizing cross-study projects.
• Developing strong global relationships with key functions
• Participating and facilitating of the governance of Technical Service suppliers
• Driving development and review of Independent Review Charters (imaging)

Key Activities:

• Support the development and implementation of standards and processes for evaluation, qualification, selection, management, and monitoring of TSSs
• Support Technical Services staff activities
• Monitor cross-study technical and operational performance of TSS and manage escalated issues to resolution
• Prepare technical training materials for other functions within Amgen
• Participate with Therapeutic Areas and Early Development/Translational Sciences in ongoing work streams and task forces
• Share expertise in emerging technologies through company interactions, literature, and industry conferences
• Contribute to defining department goals
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Technical Services and the wider Development organization
• Support the integration activities for Amgen acquisitions, as appropriate

Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree
OR
• Master’s degree & 3 years of directly related experience
OR
• Bachelor’s degree & 5 years of directly related experience
OR
• Associate’s degree & 10 years of directly related experience
OR
• High school diploma / GED & 12 years of directly related experience
AND
• Previous direct managerial and/or leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7 years’ work experience in life sciences or medically related field, including 4 years of biopharmaceutical clinical research experience (clinical research experience obtained working on clinical trials at a biotech, pharmaceutical, CRO or technical services supplier)
• Technologist or work experience in relevant area (e.g, imaging, laboratory, device technology) and their application to clinical trials
• Management experience of direct reports

EEO Disclaimer

Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the United States includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.