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Contracts Manager
KCAS Bioanalytical & Biomarker Services. Prepare contracts, proposals, and budgets for bioanalytical and biomarker project agreements, vendor agreements, fee-for-service contracts, and confidentiality agreements .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in preparing and managing proposals, contracts, and budgets within the CRO industry, with strong analytical skills for financial evaluations and compliance. Effectively collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and timely execution.
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Proposal ManagementContract ReviewBudget DevelopmentAnalytical SkillsCustomer Service
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Hard Skills
Proposal PreparationContract ManagementBudgetingFinancial CalculationsDocument Review
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailCommunication SkillsProject ManagementPrioritizationCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OutlookMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordAdobe
Industry Keywords
CRO IndustryBioanalytical ServicesBiomarker ServicesPharmaceutical ContractsVendor Agreements
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Prepare contracts, proposals, and budgets for bioanalytical and biomarker project agreements, vendor agreements, fee-for-service contracts, and confidentiality agreements
- Review RFPs, quote requests, and client requirements to understand project scope and capture information needed for accurate proposals and agreements
- Prepare proposals, scopes, budgets, and applicable agreements for projects and vendor services
- Develop project budgets and estimate labor and other project requirements
- Review proposals and contracts for accuracy, service expectations, and compliance
- Review contract terms, identify risks, and communicate recommendations to senior management and internal stakeholders
- Manage proposal and contract activities through execution, including project files, study proposals, addendums, and timely delivery to Business Development
- Partner with Business Development, scientific teams, Operations, Finance, and other stakeholders on scope, pricing, timelines, payment schedules, and contractual requirements
- Coordinate handoff of awarded proposals and contracts to Operations
- Support Accounting and Finance with contract-related information
- Manage multiple proposals, contracts, and competing deadlines while maintaining customer service
- Support company brand, mission, vision, and values
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree
- At least 3–4 years of experience within the CRO industry
- Experience preparing, reviewing, or managing proposals, contracts, scopes of work, budgets, or similar commercial documents
- Strong analytical and financial aptitude, including developing budgets, evaluating pricing and labor requirements, and working accurately with rates, percentages, and other financial calculations
- Excellent reading, writing, verbal communication, and customer service skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to review complex documents for accuracy, completeness, and consistency
- Ability to independently plan, prioritize, and manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Ability to work effectively across Business Development, Operations, Finance, scientific teams, and other internal stakeholders
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Adobe, and related business systems
- Scientific or life sciences background (preferred)
- Experience developing proposals and budgets for bioanalytical, biomarker, pharmaceutical, or laboratory services (preferred)
- Experience reviewing or negotiating service agreements, scopes of work, vendor agreements, confidentiality agreements, or related contracts (preferred)
- Experience supporting client-facing commercial activities within a CRO, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences organization (preferred)
Benefits
Comp & perks- Company-sponsored events including food trucks, family days, and spirit days
- KCAS University career development
- Wellness, inclusion, and community outreach programs
- Stock ownership program
- Access to the latest technology
- Paid time off to volunteer