Sunrise Systems, Inc. · 20 hours ago
USA - Contracts Manager
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expSunrise Systems, Inc. is seeking a Contracts Manager to manage and execute contracts, ensuring compliance with client requirements and policies. The role involves overseeing contract processing, liaising with R&D and Procurement, and providing direction for all phases of contract management.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Manage and execute contracts, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statement of Work (SOW), Confidentiality Disclosure Agreements (CDAs), etc., and amendments to these agreements
Ensure compliance with Client's requirements and policies by managing quotes from Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and ensuring proper terms and conditions
Oversee proper purchase order (PO) approval and management, invoice reconciliation, and accrual reporting related to contracts
Liaise with R&D business (requestor) to define the precise nature of goods and/or services required
Translate the demand specifications into contractable terms, working with R&D, legal and Procurement staff as appropriate
Test contractually defined requirements with the original requestor
Understand and execute contracts per category strategies agreed between R&D and Procurement
Provide qualitative and quantitative input data to External Business Management function regarding the internal service (Procurement) and external supplier service delivery
Ensure that all R&D business requirements are clearly defined and documented prior to the creation of contracts
Maintain a register of historic demand specifications by contract
Act as a bridge between R&D business, legal and Procurement regarding the nature of supplier services provided
Support R&D with the contract management and reporting of activities such as MSAs, SOWs, POs, and consulting engagements
Registers and updates third-party suppliers through APEX and MDG systems
Works with Legal, Compliance, Procurement, TBS etc. to ensure appropriate agreements are drafted, negotiated and executed
Ensure compliance with Client's requirements and policies by managing quotes from Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and ensuring proper terms and conditions and providing guidance to stakeholders about policies and regulations, including but not limited to Procurement Policy, TPRM policy, contract policy, Signature authority Policy, quality requirement (as relevant), Sunshine act (as relevant), SOX requirements
Oversee proper purchase order (PO) approval and management, invoice reconciliation, and accrual reporting related to contracts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in science, business administration, Contract Law, or a related field (master's degree preferred)
Minimum of 3 years of experience in contract management, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry or a similar complex regulatory environment
In-depth knowledge of contract law principles and best practices in contract negotiation and drafting
Strong understanding of risk management principles as applied to procurement contracts
Proven track record of independently accomplishing tasks from initiation through close out, including proactive follow-up with stakeholders to ensure completion
Knowledge and comfortable with information technology applications including but not limited to Ariba, ServiceNow and Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word and SharePoint
Understanding of Healthcare Compliance, including U.S. Federal Sunshine Act, and general contracting processes and systems
Ability to effectively manage projects and contracts in a global matrix/team environment
Exceptional organization and communication skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Company
Sunrise Systems, Inc.
Sunrise Systems was founded in 1990 with a clear vision to deliver world-class staffing service solutions in all labor categories, including IT consulting and solutions; all with the commitment to provide service that exceeds expectations and become the most trusted name in the industry.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ruchi Hajra
Senior Account Manager/Client Servicing/Talent Acquisition Partner
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