Job Description Summary #LI-Hybrid Location: This is a hybrid position with an expectation of 12 days a month onsite working from our Gran Via offices in Barcelona. When we put our heads together, we can do brilliant work. And when we do brilliant work, we can achieve remarkable things for patients as we positively transform healthcare. Our Trial Vendor Senior Managers have direct impact on the success of our clinical trials and the management of our critical vendors.
Job Description As a core member of the Clinical Trial Team (CTT), the Trial Vendor Manager (TVM) serves as the CTT vendor sub-team lead, providing direct operational management and oversight of clinical trial vendors to deliver study outcomes in accordance with schedule, budget, quality, compliance, and performance standards. The TVM is accountable for vendor service delivery at the study level and collaborates closely with the Vendor Start-up Manager (VSM) across major clinical vendor categories, including central labs, eCOA/ePRO, IRT, cardiac and respiratory diagnostics, patient recruitment and retention (PR&R;), and imaging. You will proactively manage vendor-related risks and potential issues and implement general vendor strategy.
Key Responsibilities Act as the single point of contact for vendor service delivery at the study level, partnering with vendors and cross-functional teams within the Clinical Trial Team (CTT)
Provide direct, end-to-end operational oversight of clinical trial vendor deliverables, ensuring alignment with study timelines, scope, quality, and compliance expectations across major vendor categories, including central labs, IRT, eCOA/ePRO, imaging,



cardiac and respiratory diagnostics, and PR&R;
Review vendor-related protocol sections during protocol development and partner with the Vendor Start-up Manager to translate protocol requirements into accurate vendor specifications and Statements of Work (SOWs)
Oversee vendor financials, including forecasting, budget tracking, validation of work performed, service confirmations, invoice reconciliation, and purchase order management and close-out
In collaboration with vendors, study start up leads and vendor start up managers, ensure that all key vendor deliverables and documentation are in place to support submission during study start-up
Lead UAT activities for vendor systems (e.g., Manage vendor performance against agreed KPIs, proactively identify risks and issues, drive corrective actions and mitigation plans with vendors and study teams, and maintain complete, inspection-ready oversight documentation
Essential Requirements Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or equivalent; Minimum of 3 years' clinical operations experience, including direct operational management and oversight of clinical trial vendors across one or more major service categories such as central labs, IRT, eCOA/ePRO, or imaging
Strong knowledge of GxP and ICH regulations,



clinical trial design, and supplier service specifications
Proficiency in vendor management, contracting, and site-related collaborations, including UAT for eCOA and IRT systems
Results-driven with proven ability to complete projects within timelines
Demonstrated networking abilities, team collaboration, and decision-making capabilities
Strong scientific curiosity and good knowledge of working on Clinical Trials with an Oncology focus, would be highly beneficial
In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave. Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. Skills Desired Budget Management
Clinical Trial Management
Clinical Trials
Clinical Trials Operations
Global Clinical Trials (Inactive)
Pharmaceutical Industry
Project Planning
Vendor Compliance
Vendor Management
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📌 Trial Vendor Senior Manager - Global Clinical Operations (GCO_ (España)
🏢 ES06 (FCRS = ES006) Novartis Farmacéutica
📍 España