Trial Vendor Manager, Community Lead

Clinical Trial Manager

Oversees the strategic and operational planning/management from a clinical trial execution perspective. Oversight of budget and resource allocation within assigned trial. Enables operational excellence through process improvement and knowledge sharing across trials within program/franchise. Enables an empowered organization that can navigate in a matrix environment and adjust quickly to business needs.

• Manage all operational aspects of assigned clinical trials / projects
• Accountable for quality & completeness of qualification & governance documentation
• Provide mentorship/coaching - Identify training needs & prepare/develop adequate training materials
• Ensure trial site selection, activation, enrollment, resource allocation, timelines & budget commitments are delivered per established trial objectives
• Report technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt

• Timely, efficient and quality execution of trials and trial related activities within assigned clinical program(s) within budget, and in compliance with quality standards
• Appropriate funding and resourcing for assigned clinical program(s)
• Adherence to Novartis policy and guidelines and external regulations

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree is required, with advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years working experience and excellent knowledge of the clinical operation processes and vendor management
• Demonstrate strong people management skills in a matrix environment
• Excellent knowledge of GxP and ICH regulations
• Very good knowledge of clinical trial design and mapping to supplier requirements
• Thorough and technical understanding of Novartis specifications for supplier provided services
• Vendor management; outsourcing, contracting, sourcing, of clinical services
• Results-driven: demonstrated ability of completing projects on time
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and a matrixed environment
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Very good problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated willingness to make decisions and to take responsibility for such
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proven networking skills and ability to share knowledge and experience amongst colleagues

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