Merck KGaA Posted August 14, 2026

Vendor Scoping Manager

Warszawa, Poland FULL_TIME
Manager

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About this opportunity

This role can be done in hybrid working model, 3 days from the office in Warsaw, 2 days remote.

Your Role

Within the Healthcare Division, Global Development Operations is at the forefront of advancing scientific research and development. Working as one for patients, our team plays a critical role in bringing groundbreaking therapies to patients around the world. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Vendor Scoping Lead to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will manage scope and budget negotiation for Development and local/regional studies throughout the project lifecycleactServing as the primary contact with CROs and other service providers from study RFP and vendor award through contracting, you will independently manage the sourcing of multiple clinical trials simultaneously, managing vendors, ensuring scope alignment, negotiating budgets, and aiding teams in obtaining timely governance approvals. As a member of the study team, you will work closely with functional experts, controlling, procurement and our contract services team considering global business objectives as well as the outsourcing strategy and the individual project needs.

Who You Are

min 7 years in Clinical Scoping, Outsourcing, or CRO/Vendor contracting in the pharmaceutical industry or CRO.

Adaptable and flexible with strong critical thinking and analytical skills

Excellent communication and conflict management abilities.

Degree in a scientific, or business discipline, or equivalent years of experience

Customer-focused with strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Proactive and self-motivating.

Your Main Benefits:

Health and well-being: Get access to private medical care, life insurance, and sports card,

Work-Life balance: Enjoy additional paid days off, hybrid working model.

Learning and Development: Take advantage of co-financing for language courses, trainings, and certifications as well as other development opportunities

Employee support and engagement: Benefit from Employee Assistance Program and join employee engagement groups for support and connection.

Job details

Seniority
Manager
Function
Not listed
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Warszawa, Poland
Employment type
FULL_TIME

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