Mgr Supplier Management

**Leadership**

+ Provide oversight, management, and mentorship to Associate roles
+ Engage and delegate appropriately
+ Ensure transparency through excellent communication
+ Generate and maintain process playbooks
+ Facilitate training of new staff
+ Ensure timely completion of all assigned training

**Program & Study Planning**

+ Host and manage meetings both internally and with external suppliers to minimize risk and optimize delivery of results.
+ Plan and forecast study budgets; own early planning in Planisware.
+ Obtain Life of Study budget approvals through study leads.
+ Proactively manage budgets, purchase orders, and change orders.
+ Liaise with study team members and other relevant cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure adherence to quality and timeline deliverables.
+ Review draft protocols for accuracy and update budget requirements and study timelines as needed

**CRO & Vendor Management**

+ Serve as...