• Contracts Coordination:
  • Maintain department contracts database of executed contracts.
  • Assist with preparation and processing of template documents – e.g., non-disclosure agreements, simple agreements amendments to extend timelines, etc. Depending on skill and aptitude, progress towards more complex template agreements such as consulting agreements, including negotiation with vendors.
  • Submit final agreements into the contracts management system to trigger final legal review and approval process.
  • Submit purchase order requisition for final contracts into to ensure approvals are completed and the purchase order set up
  • Assist  team with tracking of contract term, PO funding, scope, changes needed, etc.
  • Assist team with capturing work flow processes in writing (e.g., how do you find out the remaining balance on a purchase order, etc)
  • Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Requirements:
  • BA/BS in finance, accounting, legal, health sciences, or related degree. Experience in lieu of education is considered.
  • Expertise in Outlook and Excel.
  • Proficiency with standard office software applications (Word, PowerPoint)
  • Familiarity with LiveLink, SharePoint (Office 365), Ariba, Oracle and Concur desired.
  • 1 year of relevant technical experience working with contracts strongly preferred.
  • 1 year of relevant experience working in the pharmaceutical industry (including CROs) desired.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Responsiveness to deadlines and detail-oriented.
  • Ability to prioritize among potentially competing tasks.
  • Ability to exercise good judgement in analyzing complex problems, resolving issues and making recommendations.
  • Ability to reliably work both independently and within a team matrix.