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What you will be doing
Company Overview:
Cencora is a leading pharmaceutical solutions organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals globally. We specialize in delivering innovative services and products across the pharmaceutical industry, driving advancements in healthcare.
Job Summary:
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As the Head of Clinical Trials, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and executing clinical trial operations on a global scale with a strong focus on commercial aspects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in CMO/CDMO environments, drug management, clinical operations, clinical trial supply chain management, bid defense, contract agreement negotiation, customer management, and more. This senior-level position requires a strategic mindset, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of success in managing complex clinical trials while also excelling in commercial interactions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and direct global clinical trial operations from planning to execution phase with a commercial perspective.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination of activities including bid defense and contract negotiations.
- Oversee CMO/CDMO relationships ensuring quality standards are met while also focusing on commercial agreements.
- Manage drug development processes and timelines effectively while considering cost implications.
- Optimize clinical trial supply chain strategies for efficiency and cost-effectiveness aligning with customer requirements.
- Develop strong customer relationships through effective communication and management strategies.
What your background should look like
Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in life sciences or related field; MBA or equivalent is a plus.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in clinical operations within the pharmaceutical industry with significant exposure to commercial aspects.
- Proven expertise in CMO/CDMO engagement and successful contract negotiations.
- Strong understanding of global drug development regulations coupled with commercial acumen.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels including customers.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience working in cross-functional teams emphasizing both operational excellence and commercial success.
- Proficiency in project management tools and technologies enabling efficient bid defense and contract management processes.
- Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements aligned with customer needs while maintaining profitability.
If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for advancing global clinical trials within a commercial context by effectively managing bids, contracts, and customer relationships, we invite you to apply for this challenging yet rewarding opportunity. Join us as we strive to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives worldwide while driving successful business outcomes.
What Cencora offers
All team members globally are provided with basic life insurance, personal accident insurance, business travel accident insurance, and EAP resources at no cost. Additional country-specific benefits such as healthcare, sick leave, death and disability, retirement, as well as perks and allowances may be provided. Details of programs vary by location.
Schedule
Full time
Affiliated Companies
Affiliated Companies: Alcura Health España S.A.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.
The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.
Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned