Contract Lifecycle Manager

General Description:

The Contract Lifecycle Manager is responsible for overseeing the implementation and daily operation of CLM systems and processes, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and optimal contract management for Clinical Business Operations.

Essential Functions of the job:

Develop and execute a comprehensive project plan for the CLM initiative, including scoping, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.

Monitor and manage project progress, identifying and mitigating risks to ensure on-time and within-budget delivery.

Collaborate with key stakeholders, including legal, procurement, IT teams, and, Global Clinical Operations teams to gather requirements and ensure alignment with Clinical Business Operations goals.

Work closely with cross-functional teams to identify and optimize contract management processes, enhancing execution, efficiency and compliance.

Implement best practices in CLM to streamline workflows and improve overall contract lifecycle, execution, and monitoring processes.

Develop and implement training programs for end-users to ensure a smooth transition to new CLM systems and processes.

Facilitate change management strategies to address resistance and promote adoption of CLM initiatives within Clinical Business Operations.

Establish and implement quality assurance measures to ensure data accuracy, compliance, and integrity within the CLM systems.

Conduct regular audits to identify and address any discrepancies or issues.

Maintain governance of the organization's Contract Management System specifically for Clinical Business operations and drive best practices with IT and procurement.

Leading of UAT test cycles for Clinical Business Operations

Master Data resource for data migration

Training the Trainer and Clinical Business Operations users.

Manage enhancement request process - prioritization, communication, facilitation of user functional / acceptance testing.

Develop and implement Standard operation procedures and Work instructions in accordance with CLM system for Clinical Business Operations

Manage Templates and Clause Playbooks in conjunction with the CLM super users.

Collaborate with IT System Admin to ensure application is in "good health."

Accountable and responsible for compliance with external requirements and internal policies and practices, including privacy and security, pertaining to contracts management.

Escalates issues, risks, and decisions to Manager, CBO leadership or other stakeholders as necessary and develops mitigating actions.

Promotes and facilitates effective teamwork and a spirit of partnership.

Oversee other technologies within CBO to integrate with CMS system, such as PowerBI, Smartsheet, Icertis, Oracle CTMS, etc.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

As needed, CBO Administration

Computer Skills:

Microsoft Office apps, CTMS, Contract Lifecycle Management System, Veeva, Jira, Beep/Sharepoint

Other Qualifications:

Good knowledge of ICH-GCP, pharmaceutical related regulations and laws;

Good understanding of clinical trial contracting process, and relevant clinical operation practices;

Awareness and understanding of compliance and regulatory matters in clinical research.

Proven negotiation, interpersonal and business skills.

Strong planning and organizational skills and the ability to work independently and effectively in a dynamic environment with competing priorities.

Sense of urgency and strong goal orientation; track-record of meeting deadlines and goals.

Strong written and verbal communication including written and verbal fluency in English and local language (if not English) and interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution and problem solving.

Proactive and positive team player. Able to maintain high performance during times of ambiguity and change in the work environment.

Experience in financial, budget, cost management/analysis, accounting, and/or financial planning skills are desirable

Has knowledge of Intellectual Property issues, Publication issues, Indemnification issues and other standard issues of site contracts within the clinical research area.

Must be willing to work in a fast-paced environment with time-sensitive material.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively at all levels of an organization.

Travel: Yes, 10%

Education Required:

Bachelor's degree required. PMP certification is a plus.

Minimum of 5 years of related contracts, technology, project, people, change, and relationship management experience

Proven experience as a Project Manager, with a focus on implementing CLM initiatives.

Strong understanding of contract management processes, legal frameworks, and industry best practices.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.