Senior Manager, Portfolio Sourcing

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SUMMARY

Group aligned sourcing

leader

for internal and external stakeholders

delivering on

Pfizer's approach to R&D Portfolio sourcing, contract negotiation, and applicable Pfizer policies and procedures

Ensures Pfizer's business interest and sourcing strategies are delivered.

Accountable for minimizing Pfizer's business risk and

maximizing

R&D dollars in each

commitment

Acts as

a central point

of contact for business-related and vendor performance issues and

facilitates

contractual / financial conflict resolution where applicable

Leads all sourcing efforts for assigned areas of support (program / study level)

Provides scenario sourcing consultation and guidance, as

required

, and collaborates with other Sourcing and Enterprise Solutions (Source to Pay), Finance, Legal when

appropriate

Implements current established sourcing strategies on an engagement basis

Works to negotiate contract budgets, business

terms

and the scopes of service with all types of service providers.

JOB

RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads all assignments using knowledge and work experience in sourcing to achieve desired results.

Liaises

frequently

with stakeholders to ensure they understand and have realistic expectations of

sourcing to

contract

process

and systems.

Partners with stakeholders to

identify

and evaluate available sourcing intelligence to support decision-making

relative

to service / resourcing

need

at a global and local level.

Manages the sourcing process as an agent of BVSM :

In collaboration with stakeholders (study team / vendor lead / business owner),

gains

an in-depth understanding of needs and requirements,

in order to

secure

appropriate level

of services from vendors.

Facilitate study-level Sourcing Strategy Meetings to ensure alignment of all internal stakeholders

Prepare Request for Information and initiate

investigation

for

alternative vendor solutions, in the absence of an established sourcing strategy.

Responsible for the preparation of Requests for Proposals and bid

analyses

Requests

competitive bids / proposals from CRO Preferred Providers & other technical service providers

Pressure-tests

and

analyzes

budget proposals and

provides

recommendations and analysis to internal customer for decision making

Confirms and completes vendor selection process

Negotiates budgets with vendors and challenges costs when

appropriate

Directly negotiates proposed changes to standard contract language within guidelines provided by the Legal Division; escalates requested changes that fall outside of guidelines to the Legal Division and other stakeholders, as

required

Participates in special projects and / or initiatives to help achieve business

objectives

Actively supports Pfizer's culture.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree with 7+ years of experience OR a master's degree with 5+ years of experience OR PhD with 1+ years of experience.

Relevant work experience in

drug development across various phases of drug development.

Relevant work experience in program

and

/ or project management experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech environment.

Understanding of FDA regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and ICH guidelines; Experience working in process improvement

Ability to manage continuous change and complex projects

Excellent communication

Effective interpersonal skills to ensure productive collaborations.

Effective time management.

Keen insight into the drug development process.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

MBA preferred.

At least 7 years of experience in drug development across various phases of drug development.

A minimum of 3 years of

program

and

/ or

project management experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech environment.

Strong outsourcing and contract management experience.

Financial modeling experience, and past experience in cash flow optimization.

OTHER INFORMATION :

This is a hybrid role requiring you to live within commuting distance and work on-site an average of 2.5 days per week.

Last Date to Apply for Job :

12 / 12 / 2025

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Normal work hours.

Some travel, as needed, for BVSM offsite meetings, usually 1x per year.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $112,700.00 to $187,800.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 15.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments.

Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver / parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and / or eligibility.

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EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA.

Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.

This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

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