Key Responsibilities:Independently negotiate and execute complex clinical trial agreements, including Master Agreements and Confidentiality AgreementsDevelop, review, and finalize clinical trial budgets, ensuring alignment with fair market value principlesLead contract and budget negotiations with investigational sites to achieve timely contract execution and study start-up goalsResolve stalled negotiations and provide strategic support to Contract Managers to maintain study timelinesPartner with cross-functional stakeholders including Legal, Regulatory, Quality, and Clinical teamsIdentify, assess, and communicate contractual and budgetary risks to key stakeholders for approvalCollaborate with global and local teams to resolve complex contractual challenges efficientlyAnalyze grant plans and budget proposals to support accurate and compliant financial decisionsDrive continuous improvement by identifying trends and leading initiatives to enhance contracting processesPartner with clinical teams and vendors to optimize budgets and deliver cost-saving opportunities Essential Requirements:Bachelor's degree in business administration, legal, finance, science, or related field5+ years of experience in contract management within clinical trials or pharmaceuticalsProven expertise in negotiating clinical trial agreements and complex contracts independentlyStrong knowledge of pharmaceutical industry regulations and United States privacy requirementsExcellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills with strong attention to detailAdvanced negotiation and conflict resolution skills in complex, multi-stakeholder environmentsAbility to work effectively in a matrix organization with global and cross-functional teamsStrong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused mindset The salary for this position is expected to range between $89,600 and $166,400 per year. As a Senior Contract Manager, you will play a critical role at the intersection of legal expertise, financial strategy, and clinical operations-partnering with global stakeholders to deliver high-quality agreements, unlock efficiencies, and resolve challenges with confidence.