Audit and Risk Operations Coordinator

Job Title : Audit and Risk Operations Coordinator

Duration : 07 months Contract (Possible extension based on work performance)

Location : Tampa, FL or Princeton Pike, NJ

Hybrid position

Work Schedule : Normal business hours

Job Description : Must Have List :

Bachelor's Degree

4+ years of Audit Experience

Highly Preferred : Biopharma experience

Quality Assurance experience

Purpose and scope of position :

This role supports the Market Research (MR) Compliance and Operations Team under direction and guidance from the MR Compliance Lead. The coordinator works cross-functionally supporting Analytics activities related to Market Research and GVP Activities to ensure that internal audits responses, the third-party risk process, and reporting are performed accurately and with sufficient detail. The role requires attention to detail and strong time management skills to ensure accurate and timely submissions.

Responsibilities :

Develop an understanding of the regulations, methodology and processes that drive Market Research to ensure BMS compliance with program requirements

Prepare and support audit activities for MR Pharmacovigilance Vendor and Affiliate audits and Inspections. Activities include working closely with PV Audit teams and vendor partners to ensure timely closure of Audit activities and continuous monitoring of trends.

Manage internal vendor onboarding, including Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) process and system, which includes engaging vendor agencies, responding to requests and remediation of identified issues, and escalating issues to the Compliance Lead

Own document tracking and data governance for requests and maintain schedule of deadlines

Provide reporting and analytical support to ensure BMS compliance with government program regulations

Partner with internal stakeholders in order to provide status updates and manage expectations

Implement continuous improvement procedures to maintain operational effectiveness; making recommendations to strengthen and streamline the process and controls in place

Education :

BA / BS in relevant field of study or equivalent required

Qualifications :

Experience in an audit or compliance support role

Strong communication skills in order to engage with teams on complex topics

Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel, specifically formulas, pivot tables and charts

Demonstrated ability to problem-solve in complex situations, gather potential solutions from a variety of sources, and synthesize to develop recommendations

Demonstrated ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously and work independently with initiative to deliver timely results

Experience with pharmaceutical industry preferred

Strong background in Quality Management Systems, Compliance or Quality Assurance preferred

Experience in working across cultures preferred