Serve as the internal coordinator for work order, contract modification, contract management, and purchase order processes.
Work closely with Director, Clinical Portfolio Services, Business Operations and key stakeholders for project management and coordination.
Ensure accurate, transparent, and timely contract and purchase order creation to support Clinical Operations.
Enter contracts, track POs, and change orders for Functional Service Provider (FSP) engagements.
Provide support to Clinical Business Operations team with budget, forecast and long-term planning, generating variance analyses for projects.
Contribute to continuous improvement and maintain a focus on value-add services relating to resource planning and financial planning.

BA/ BS in Operations, Business, Finance or Data Science required.
3 year’s experience in Pharma/CRO/Biotech, specifically with clinical operations contracts, PO creation, and internal budget planning
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data manipulation) and PowerPoint (leadership presentations)
Demonstrated experience with Ariba, SAP, or other financial software
Knowledge of clinical operations process, understand concept of clinical trials Phase I-III
Strong business acumen
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Sound interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Commitment to and performs consistently high quality work
Ability to successfully work in a (‘virtual`) team environment
Ability to identify and address issues proactively in a timely manner
Ability to take work independently

Business Operations Associate

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