Contract Analyst II

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and commercially minded Contract Specialist to support project budgets, as well as the preparation, review, negotiation, and execution of a variety of client contracts within the pharmaceutical and CRO industry. This role partners closely with Legal, Finance, Strategic Pricing and Proposals, Sales, Client Services, and operational teams to develop accurate and competitive budgets, ensure contracts are completed efficiently, and maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will manage multiple budgets and agreements simultaneously, support pricing and contract negotiations, identify and mitigate business risk, and contribute to process improvement initiatives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The role requires strong analytical, financial, and contract management skills, with the ability to translate operational scope into commercially sound budgets and contractual terms.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Perform contract management tasks on medium complexity projects, as assigned.
• Serve as contract management lead for strategic accounts, as assigned.
• Independently develop and review Agreements including Master Services Agreements (Fortrea multi-unit, single unit Client or single unit Fortrea templates).
• Lead negotiations for all assigned Agreements with moderate management support.
• Develop and apply a working knowledge of the various Fortrea business units to insure proper contract terms for all types of studies.
• Develop (including budgeting if required) and negotiate medium complexity Change Orders for assigned projects with management support.
• Generate cash flow analysis and payment schedules for the above-mentioned agreements in accordance with Contract Management guidelines for review by senior members of the department.
• Follow up on outstanding contract issues for resolution to meet internal and external deadlines and to minimize business and legal risk.
• Work cross-functionally with Contract Analysts, Client Services, Finance, Pricing and Sales to resolve contract issues in a timely manner.
• Assist management and subject matter experts (SME) in maintaining harmonized contract processes and client relationships.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives intended to improve global delivery of contracts.
• Adhere to Contract Management policies and process.
• Ensure Sarbanes Oxley compliance from a contracting perspective.
• Perform accurate data entry into SFDC, Apttus, CMS and/or other tools required for reporting.
• Provide accurate updates on all outstanding contractual documents to management as required through required systems or tracking mechanisms.
• Assist/mentor junior staff including providing pre-submission review and approval of junior staff’s signature documents in accordance with the Contract Management review guidelines, as assigned.
• Participate in project review meetings, as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Minimum Required):

• BA or BS in business or life sciences (or equivalent experience).
• Advanced English level

Experience (Minimum Required):

• Pharmaceutical or CRO industry experience with minimum of 2 years of contract management related experience (or equivalent).
• Demonstrated ability to plan, multi-task and prioritize.
• Demonstrated teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Excel and Word (intermediate).
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail and ability to be persistent while maintaining tact.
• Proven ability to work independently.
• Experience and comfort in a high volume, fast paced environment is essential.
• Ability to negotiate.

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Originally posted on Himalayas