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PSC Contracts Manager Pharmaceutical Operations & Supply Chain

LHH has partnered with a great company who is seeking an experienced PSC Contracts Manager to support contract management activities across a pharmaceutical supply chain organization. This role is responsible for drafting, administering, and executing a high volume of complex contracts while partnering closely with internal stakeholders across R&D, Clinical, CMC, Commercial, Finance, and Procurement Operations.

This is a hands-on contract drafting and lifecycle management role, ideal for an experienced contracts professional with deep pharmaceutical supply chain experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and finalize Statements of Work (SOWs) and Change Orders using a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system
• Manage the full contract lifecycle from intake through execution, including routing, tracking, approvals, and signatures
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure contract terms are addressed and executed on time
• Attend cross-functional and supplier-facing meetings related to contract execution and scope
• Create purchase requisitions to initiate work under executed contracts
• Support invoice escalations and supplier payment issues in partnership with Procurement Operations and Accounts Payable
• Assist with budget forecasting, accruals, and month/quarter-end close activities
• Maintain GxP and financial audit readiness
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within Pharmaceutical Supply Chain processes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 7+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 35+ years of experience in the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry
• Must have hands-on contract drafting experience (this role is not sourcing-focused)
• Experience drafting and managing: Master Service Agreements (MSAs), SOWs and Change Orders, Contracts with CMOs, CROs, and laboratory vendors
• Experience managing contracts related to clinical and commercial supply chain operations
• Strong understanding of the end-to-end contract lifecycle
• Proficiency with CLM systems (Agiloft preferred) and procurement platforms such as Ariba and SAP
• Strong Excel skills (basic formulas, lookups, and data tracking)
• Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across Clinical, CMC, R&D, Commercial, Finance, and Procurement Ops

Preferred Experience

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing or biologics agreements
• Supply chain and vendor management in a regulated environment
• Experience supporting drug development through commercial launch

Work Environment

• Modern, collaborative campus environment
• Ergonomic workspaces
• No travel required

Compensation & Benefits

• Location: Alameda, CA
• Work Arrangement: Full-Time, Onsite (5 days/week)
• Employment Type: Permanent / Direct Hire
• Base Salary Range: $135,000 $160,000 annually
• Annual Bonus: Target 10%
• Equity: RSUs provided
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, and wellness offerings
• Onsite Amenities: Fitness center, subsidized cafeteria, wellness classes, and pet-friendly office

In compliance with California law, the salary range above reflects the expected compensation for this role.

* This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the salary range is estimated to be $135,000 - $160,000 per year and benefits may include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.

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