Summary To be responsible for multiple categories in one country OR one cross divisional category in one country part of the Category aligned teams May lead the delivery of individual projects defined as part of the Annual Category Plan to focus on project delivery with activities including requirements gathering market analysis qualifying and selecting suppliers with the relevant Business Partners and stakeholders as well as non-sourcing projects such as demand management and process improvement About the Role Key Responsibilities Prepare and release RFI RFP and RFQs negotiate with existing and new suppliers for new requests and scope changes Act as the primary vendor contact for scope assumptions pricing and payment terms Negotiate develop and execute contract frameworks MSAs SLAs with key suppliers ensuring full implementation Collaborate with legal finance and QA to ensure agreements are commercially advantageous and minimise risk Drive ESP selection based on category strategy value-added services and cost optimisation monitor compliance and reduce maverick spend Deliver annual productivity improvements across applicable spend categories Manage complete contract packages for clinical ESP activities securing approvals to ensure SOX and company compliance Support vendor audits and corrective action plans ensure ESPs deliver as per contractual expectations Identify and pursue innovative ideas to create value adapt approaches as needed Plan organise and manage projects considering priorities resources budgets and constraints define clear scope and objectives Essential Requirements Bachelor s degree in Life Sciences or Pharmaceutical Sciences Master s or MBA preferred Minimum 5 years experience in Clinical Development including trial budget management At least 5 years in Outsourcing within Pharma or CRO industry Robust understanding of clinical development processes and trial management Excellent negotiation influencing and stakeholder management skills Solid knowledge of contractual legal terms CRO marketplace and financial aspects of clinical trial contracts Proficiency in project management problem-solving and clear communication across global matrix environments Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Novartis is committed to building an outstanding inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve Accessibility and accommodation Novartis is 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 recruitment process or in order to perform the essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to diversityandincl india novartis com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information Please include the job requisition number in your message Why Novartis Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science It takes a community of smart passionate people like you Collaborating supporting and inspiring each other Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients lives Ready to create a brighter future together https www novartis com about strategy people-and-culture Benefits and Rewards Learn about all the ways we ll help you thrive personally and professionally Read our handbook PDF 30 MB Division Operations Business Unit Purchasing Sourcing Location India Site Hyderabad Office Company Legal Entity IN10 FCRS IN010 Novartis Healthcare Private Limited Functional Area Procurement Job Type Full time Employment Type Regular Shift Work No VIDEO Novartis is committed to building an outstanding inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve Accessibility and accommodation Novartis is 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 recruitment process or in order to perform the essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to email protected and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information Please include the job requisition number in your message