Entry-Level Vendor Management Associate
US-OH-Cincinnati
US Careers
Req #: 11734
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries. Responsibilities: * Learn and develop expertise in the service categories that support clinical research by managing Medpace's vendor relationships and contracts; * Support the advancement of Vendor Management at Medpace including building new and optimized processes for vendor identification, vendor selection (sourcing), contract execution, performance management, and termination; * Conduct review of third-party quotations, contracts, and amendments building expertise in RFP analysis and negotiations; * Develop and apply a strategic understanding of vendor policies and procedures including sourcing and purchase contracts; * Provide support to Vendor Managers in commercial negotiations for pricing and terms; * Utilize governance, risk, and compliance software to manage vendor contract execution and performance management; * Support new vendor due diligence partnering across Medpace to ensure risk assessment, audit, and vendor compliance processes are followed; * Monitor third-party vendor performance leveraging Medpace processes for evaluation and escalation; * May be responsible for other projects and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Business Admininstration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Economics and relevant internship experience; * Ability to learn and apply knowledge of GxP regulations and guidelines; * Ability to perform several tasks simultaneously in a dynamic environment in order to meet deadlines is essential.
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