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Manager, Vendor Management

Remote, Madrid·Added 1 month ago (last checked 26 Oct)

TFS HealthScience

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Work mode: Remote (Madrid)
Experience: 6+ years
Education: University degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
+6/7 years of relevant experience in Vendor Management, Procurement, Operations, Quality or related functions
Experience managing supplier or vendor relationships.
Experience leading governance and performance management activities.
Experience managing stakeholder relationships across multiple functions.
Strong analytical, communication and influencing skills.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

We provide a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits and the opportunity for personal and professional growth in a rewarding environment. You'll be joining a team that values collaboration, innovation, and making a difference in the lives of patients

The role

TFS HealthScience is a leading global mid-size Contract Research Organization (CRO) that partners with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies throughout their entire clinical development journey. Our expertise includes full service-capabilities, resourcing and Functional Service (FSP) solutions.

As part of our CDS deparment teams you will be working alongside passionate and innovative professionals to ensure our customers achieve their goals.

The Manager, Vendor Management will lead governance, oversight and performance management activities for an assigned vendor portfolio, ensuring vendors deliver quality, value and compliance while supporting business objectives and enterprise Vendor Management goals.

What you'll do

Manage assigned vendor portfolios and governance activities.
Lead vendor performance reviews, business reviews and escalation activities.
Manage vendor qualification and lifecycle oversight, including onboarding, renewals and offboarding.
Manage vendor risks and support mitigation activities.
Support cost control, benchmarking and optimisation initiatives.
Manage commercial reviews and optimisation opportunities within the vendor and supplier portfolio.
Support contract governance and commercial reviews.
Analyse and report on portfolio risks, trends and opportunities.
Contribute to portfolio optimisation and preferred supplier initiatives.
Support implementation of Vendor Management processes, standards and governance frameworks.
Contribute to capability development and continuous improvement initiatives.

How you'll work

Join Our Team as a Manager, Vendor Management, home-based in any the following countries: Germany, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, UK

About TFS HealthScience

TFS HealthScience is a global contract research organization (CRO) that partners with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies to bring new treatments to market. With over 30 years of experience, the company provides a comprehensive range of clinical development services, including project management, clinical monitoring, data management, biostatistics, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance. TFS operates across North America, Europe, and Asia, employing a team of clinical and scientific professionals dedicated to advancing healthcare through efficient and compliant clinical trials.

In Spain, TFS HealthScience has established a strong presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, serving as a key hub for clinical operations in Southern Europe. The company is known for its collaborative and supportive work culture, offering international professionals the opportunity to work on diverse therapeutic areas and global studies. For those relocating to Spain, TFS provides a dynamic environment that values professional growth, cross-cultural collaboration, and work-life balance, making it an attractive employer for clinical research and quality management experts.

Founded: 1991
Employees: 500–1,000
Headquarters: Montreal, Canada
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

TFS HealthScience has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, offering international professionals a chance to work in two of Spain's most vibrant cities.
The company is a global CRO, meaning employees often collaborate on international clinical trials, providing exposure to diverse therapeutic areas and global regulatory standards.
TFS offers roles in clinical operations, quality management, and business development, which are in high demand in Spain's growing life sciences sector.
The company's work culture emphasizes professional development and work-life balance, which is well-aligned with the Spanish lifestyle.
As a mid-sized CRO, TFS may offer more opportunities for cross-functional collaboration and faster career progression compared to larger organizations.

In their own words

About the company & team

Our journey began over 30 years ago in Sweden, in the city of Lund. As a full-service, global Contract Research Organization (CRO), we build solution-driven teams working towards a healthier future. Bringing together over 600 professionals, TFS delivers tailored clinical research services in more than 50 countries with flexible clinical development and strategic resourcing solutions across key therapeutic areas including Dermatology, Neuroscience, Oncology and Ophthalmology.

Our core values of Trust, Quality, Passion, Flexibility, and Sustainability are our guiding light serving as the framework for decision-making at all levels of the organization. They assist us in attracting and retaining valuable talent who share our sentiments, resulting in high employee engagement and satisfaction. By aligning on these fundamental values, we cultivate a unified force, geared towards innovation and excellence. This collective effort propels us towards our shared goal and fosters a culture of mutual respect and collaboration.

Together we make a difference.

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