Trial Vendor Associate Director presso Novartis

Job Description Summary

This position will be located at East Hanover, NJ site and will not have the ability to be located remotely. “Please note that this role would not provide relocation and only local candidates will be considered.”

Title: Trial Vendor Associate Director
As a core member of the Clinical Trial Team (CTT), the main purpose of this position is accountability for vendor service delivery at the study level to independently manage all clinical vendor related aspects of global clinical trial(s).
Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate closely with study team lead and members throughout the study lifecycle.
• Review vendor-related protocol sections during protocol development. Manage vendor interfaces and support contract negotiations in collaboration with procurement
• Oversee vendor cost control, budget reviews, invoice reconciliation, and PO close-out.
• Ensure vendor service excellence, maintaining quality and service standards at the study level.
• Drive site activation, compile central documents, and address risks/issues during site activation.
• Conduct user-acceptance testing (UAT) for eCOA and IRT systems.
• Monitor vendor-related cycle times and risks using tools like FIRST, while implementing corrective actions as needed.

 

Job Description

Essential Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience with clinical operations and vendor management processes.
•  Strong understanding of GxP and ICH regulations.
• Solid knowledge of clinical trial design and alignment to supplier requirements.
• Experience conducting User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for eCOA and IRT systems.
• Proven expertise in vendor management, including outsourcing, contracting, and sourcing clinical services.
• Results-oriented, with a track record of completing projects on time.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams within a matrixed environment.
• Strong influencing, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $126,000/yr and $234,000/yr; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period.  Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

 

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

 

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

 

Salary Range

$126,000.00 - $234,000.00

 

Skills Desired

Budget Management, Clinical Trials, Negotiation Skills, People Management, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Vendor Management, Waterfall Model Candidarsi ora