Contractor - Strategic Outsourcing Lead

Syndax Pharmaceuticals•New York, NY

2d•Remote

About The Position

Syndax Pharmaceuticals is looking for a Contractor - Strategic Outsourcing Lead. At Syndax, we are determined to realize a future in which people with cancer live longer and better than ever before. Syndax Pharmaceuticals is a commercial stage biopharmaceutical company developing an innovative pipeline of cancer therapies. The Strategic Outsourcing Lead will report to the Vice President of Strategic Outsourcing and work closely with Clinical Operations, CMC, Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, and Legal stakeholders to support outsourcing strategy, vendor management, contracts, and financial oversight across the development pipeline.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
6+ years of strategic outsourcing, clinical outsourcing, or vendor management experience within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
Experience supporting Phase I-III clinical development and/or CMC programs.
Strong analytical, financial, and budget management skills, including advanced Excel proficiency.
Experience managing CRO, CMO/CDMO, central laboratory, biomarker, IWRS, and clinical pharmacology vendor relationships.
Knowledge of clinical development, manufacturing, and supply chain operations.
Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Understanding of outsourcing lifecycle best practices, from vendor selection through closeout.
Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-oriented team player.
Experience working in cross-functional and matrixed organizations.
Ability to influence stakeholders and build strong relationships with both internal teams and external partners.

Nice To Haves

advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Execute Strategic Outsourcing strategies supporting Syndax's Clinical and CMC development programs.
Lead RFI/RFP activities, including vendor analysis and recommendation
Negotiate and manage Work Orders and Change Orders in alignment with approved budgets and processes.
Oversee day-to-day outsourcing, contract, and procurement activities across multiple vendors.
Monitor vendor spend and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency.
Partner cross-functionally with Clinical Operations, CMC, Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, and Legal teams.
Ensure compliance with vendor governance processes and required documentation.
Manage vendor closeout activities, including financial reconciliation and contract closure.
Track and report outsourcing KPIs, metrics, and vendor performance.
Support continuous improvement of outsourcing processes, tools, and best practices across R&D.