Manager, Contracts & Budget

Manager, Contracts & Budget

Work mode: Hybrid

Onsite Location(s): Maple Grove, MN, US, 55311

Additional Location(s): N/A

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing whatever your ambitions.

About The Role

As Manager, Contract & Budget within the Global Clinical Contract Operations team, you will lead and mentor a team of Contract and Budget Specialists supporting clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas. You'll play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, streamlining contract and budget negotiations, and ensuring efficient site startup processes for global medical device studies. This leadership role requires a strategic mindset, effective communication, and the ability to navigate a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

You'll be instrumental in developing high-performing teams, fostering strong cross-functional partnerships, and advancing Boston Scientific's mission to transform lives through innovative medical solutions.

Work Model, Sponsorship, Relocation

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

Lead and manage a team of Contract & Budget Specialists in support of global clinical trials

Provide ongoing coaching, development, and performance management for direct reports

Set performance and productivity expectations and ensure quality standards are consistently met

Collaborate with HR and Talent Acquisition to support hiring and onboarding processes for employees and contractors

Partner with Procurement to establish and manage contractor agreements, including contract renewals and system access updates

Ensure adherence to Quality System requirements and support Boston Scientific's Quality Policy

Collaborate closely with Trial Operations Managers to align on timelines, priorities, and site activation strategies

Serve as reference manager for assigned clinical studies, participating in study kickoff meetings and acting as a liaison between global and divisional stakeholders

Ensure alignment and communication across the C&B team, including coordination with other C&B/FMV managers

Act as the first point of contact for contract and budget escalations on assigned studies

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Minimum of 2 years' experience in clinical contract and budget negotiation

Experience working in a regulated industry such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or technology

Demonstrated experience supporting or leading small teams

Strong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree or equivalent experience

Experience managing Contract & Budget Specialists