This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Associate Director, Global R&D Sourcing based in the United States.

This is a strategic sourcing leadership role focused on strengthening the efficiency, value, and quality of global R&D operations.
You will shape category strategies across CRO and FSP outsourcing, leveraging market intelligence and external solutions to support business priorities.
The role partners closely with R&D stakeholders to identify cost optimization opportunities and translate them into practical, scalable initiatives.
You will also manage strategic supplier relationships, oversee performance and governance, and support complex contracting activities.
The position offers broad exposure across sourcing, vendor management, digitalization, AI-enabled solutions, and R&D operations.
Success will require strong commercial judgment, analytical thinking, stakeholder influence, and the ability to operate effectively in a complex global environment.
This is an opportunity to directly contribute to faster, more efficient, and higher-quality R&D delivery through innovative external partnerships.

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