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Do you want to be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients? Every day, we are driven to develop and deliver innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians. If you want to be part of this exciting work, you belong here! This position is based in Bangalore, India. We recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with the Responsible Flexibility Guidelines. Purpose and Scope: As a senior member of the team, this role will oversee the negotiation, execution, management, and compliance of contracts related to IT services and data. This role will be responsible for ensuring that all contracts align with organizational goals and legal requirements while fostering strong relationships with vendors and service providers. Responsibilities and Accountabilities: • Contract Negotiation: Lead the negotiation of contracts for IT services and data, ensuring favorable terms and conditions that align with Astellas objectives. • Contract Management: Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting and execution to renewal and termination, ensuring compliance with internal policies and legal requirements. • Requirements Gathering: Work with DigitalX stakeholders to ensure requirements are adequately documented and shared with vendors. • Vendor Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and service providers, addressing any issues or concerns that may arise. • Risk Assessment: Identify and assess risks associated with contracts and develop strategies to mitigate them. • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including DigitalX, Procurement, and Legal, to ensure alignment on contract scope, terms, and service delivery. • Performance Monitoring: Monitor vendor performance against contract terms and service level agreements (SLAs), ensuring compliance and addressing any discrepancies. • Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of contracts and related documentation and provide regular reports to management on contract status and performance. • Policy Development: Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to contract management and vendor relationships. • Team Development: Work with junior members of DigitalX Contracting team to provide guidance on specific contracts, develop their skills, and foster a team environment. Location(s) Bengaluru, India Requirements Required Qualifications: • Degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Law, or a related field. • 8+ years of experience negotiating, executing, and managing IT services and data contracts. • 5+ years of experience managing relationships with vendors, with a strong understanding of vendor governance structure, processes, and best practices. • Strong negotiation skills • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization. • Familiarity with relevant legal and regulatory requirements related to IT contracts. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. • Proficiency in contract management software and tools, including Ariba. Preferred Qualifications: • Advanced Degree (e.g. MBA, JD). • Consulting Experience. • Experience working in the Pharmaceutical or other highly regulated industry. • Experience with ServiceNow, SAP, and data analytics tools.
