Job Description

Are you ready to lead global clinical trial operations with impact? We’re seeking a seasoned   Vendor Alliance Lead (VAL)  to join our dynamic team, reporting directly to the Head of Vendor Alliances. This role is ideal for a   strong project manager   with deep   CRO experience , a strategic mindset, and a passion for operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage outsourced clinical activities across global External Relationship Management Teams (ERMTs)

• Oversee IQVIA-managed studies (90%) and newly awarded smaller CROs

• Drive supplier governance, issue resolution, and strategic partnerships

• Collaborate directly with senior leadership, including Eileen Kelly, VP of the Vendor Program Group

• Support RFP processes, contracting, and procurement activities

• Ensure seamless trial execution and operational readiness across multiservice clinical programs

What We’re Looking For:

• A “ready-now” leader with   global experience   in clinical trial execution

• Proven success in   multiservice trial operations   and vendor management

• Expertise in   contracting, procurement, and RFP processes

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage escalations

• Experience in supplier due diligence and alliance strategy implementation

Additional Qualifications:

• Typically requires 3 - 5 years of prior relevant experience.

• Requires 7 years clinical research/monitoring experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Requires consolidated knowledge of Project management practices and terminology.

• Requires good knowledge of applicable clinical research regulatory requirements i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.

• Requires broad protocol knowledge and therapeutic knowledge.

• Requires good understanding of Clinical Research industry (drug/device/technology/etc.) and the relevant environments in which it operates.

• Requires understanding of project finances.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide . Learn more at 

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $93,100.00 - $232,800.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Worldwide,

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