Job Title: Project Management Senior Associate
Location: Fully Remote - Any Time zone
Duration: 15+ Months (Possibility of extension depending upon business requirements and performance)
 
Ideal Candidate:

• B.S. & 3 YOE, pharma & supplier management experience.

 
Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:             
Key Competencies

• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence without direct authority.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and develop actionable insights.
• Proactive problem solver with the ability to adapt quickly and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership qualities and experience in managing or mentoring teams preferred.

 
Job Description:

• The Senior Associate Manager/Manager, R&D Supplier Management and Performance Analytics (SMPA) will play a key role in the oversight and performance management of outsourced services supporting client’s Research and Development (R&D) organizations.
• This position is responsible for driving quality and ensuring stability across a global network of external third-party providers, with the ultimate goal of maintaining a robust and healthy supplier base capable of supporting the full spectrum of R&D activities.
• The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational, analytical, managerial, and communication skills.
• Prior experience in biomarker or bioanalytical sciences, contract research organization (CRO) management, or third-party supplier performance management is highly preferred.

 
Basic Qualifications:

• Master degree OR Bachelor degree and 2 years of experience

OR

• Associate degree and 6 years of experience

OR

• High school diploma/GED and 8 years of experience

 
Day to Day Responsibilities:          
Key Responsibilities
Supplier Relationship & Performance Management

• Own and manage relationships with external suppliers, influencing processes and deliverables.
• Proactively identify areas of concern, implement remediation strategies, and ensure consistent supplier performance.
• Lead supplier evaluation, qualification, and remediation efforts to ensure a stable supply base.

 
Cross-Functional Partnership

• Build and sustain strong collaborative relationships with internal R&D stakeholders to anticipate and address business needs.
• Partner with other corporate functions to manage study-level supplier deliverables and ensure alignment across teams.
• Support functional stakeholders in resolving issues related to contract negotiation and management.

 
Governance & Compliance

• Contribute to departmental and cross-functional initiatives to review and update key policies, procedures, and standards.
• Maintain documentation to ensure regulatory inspection readiness; support and participate in audits when required.
• Monitor supplier performance against defined metrics and develop strategies for continuous improvement.

 
Operational Excellence

• Oversee a global pool of suppliers, balancing quality, agility, and value in sourcing decisions.
• Find innovative solutions to optimize supplier engagement models and deliver business value.
• Provide supplier performance analytics, insights, and reporting to drive data-informed decision making.

 
Possible Extension: Yes
 
Red Flags:      

• Lack of Demonstrated Organizational & Project Management Skills.
• Weak Communication or Documentation Signals such as typos, poor formatting, or disorganized resumes.
• Irrelevant background with no R&D, CRO, or supplier/vendor-related experience.

 
Interview Process: 

• 1 on 1 interview, 2nd round panel style interview

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 50.00/hr.