Associate Director of Budget Management

Job Summary

Leading the operational delivery of clinical sourcing and budget management, the full-time Associate Director of Budget Management will oversee clinical outsourcing, contracting, and supplier management activities for global studies while working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day clinical outsourcing, contracting, and budget-management operations across assigned programs
• Plan and execute RFI/RFP activities, including scope development, bid analysis, and supplier due diligence
• Oversee site-budget and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with Fair Market Value and billing requirements

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business, finance, healthcare administration, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred
• 8+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical-research operations with a focus on outsourcing and budgeting
• 3+ years of experience leading teams or complex cross-functional workstreams
• Demonstrated experience managing RFPs, contracts, and supplier performance for global clinical studies
• Familiarity with CTMS and clinical financial systems; Veeva experience strongly preferred