BioNTech SE

Director, Clinical Vendor Management – Performance Optimization

BioNTech SE

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Cambridge • Maryland • Massachusetts • United States

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Salary

💰 $168,100 - $248,700 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, fostering a mindset of continuous improvement
  • Monitor and evaluate vendor performance through KPIs and metrics, identifying opportunities for optimization
  • Drive performance negotiations to enhance execution efficiency and reduce costs
  • Collaborate with clinical development teams to assess vendor performance and identify areas of improvement
  • Analyze cost trends, investigate anomalies, and optimize budgets for better financial outcomes
  • Stay abreast of industry trends in vendor management and implement best practices

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Life or Health Sciences; advanced degree preferred
  • Proven experience (7+ years) in vendor/alliance management within clinical trial operations
  • Strong analytical skills with expertise in cost analysis, budgeting, and financial forecasting
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
  • Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and clinical data systems (e.g., eTMF, IWRS)
  • A proactive problem-solver with the ability to navigate dynamic environments
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
  • Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7
  • Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance
  • Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership
  • Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown.
  • 401(K) Plan with Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs
  • Wellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives
  • Professional Development Programs
  • Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking
  • Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
vendor managementcost analysisbudgetingfinancial forecastingperformance negotiationKPI monitoringmetrics evaluationcontinuous improvement
Soft Skills
analytical skillsnegotiation skillscommunication skillspresentation skillsproblem-solvingcollaboration