Aditi Consulting is seeking a Project Management Senior Associate within R&D Supplier Management and Performance Analytics. This role is responsible for overseeing and managing relationships with external suppliers to ensure quality and stability across a global network, ultimately supporting the full spectrum of R&D activities.
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
Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience in project management within biotech, pharma, or CRO settings
- Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to present to leadership
- Experience translating lab-based or scientific work into operational updates
- Proficiency in Excel, Smartsheet, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams
- 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
- Prior experience in biomarker or bioanalytical sciences, contract research organization (CRO) management, or third-party supplier performance management is highly preferred
- Familiarity with supplier/vendor management or performance analytics preferred
- Strong leadership qualities and experience in managing or mentoring teams preferred
- Experience with CROs such as ICON or PPD
- Understanding of bioanalytical assays or R&D supplier workflows
- Exposure to Tableau or similar BI tools is a plus (training available)