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Homebased US
As a Pricing Specialist in commercial proposals and contracts at Parexel, you will be in a client-facing role responsible for developing and executing initial pricing for sponsor proposals. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients on a regular basis.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute initial pricing for sponsor proposals based on client requirements.
- Cost services accurately using prior CRO experience and industry standards.
- Utilize Parexel templates to create final proposals in collaboration with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
- Build and manage budgets using advanced Excel skills.
- Communicate pricing methodology clearly and professionally to clients.
- Ensure proposals and contracts are client-ready, accurate, and delivered on time.
- Provide excellent customer service, maintaining persistence and professionalism throughout negotiations.
- Previous CRO experience in costing services for proposals and contracts.
- Superior Excel skills, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and budget modeling.
- Strong communication skills for client interactions and internal collaboration.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy in pricing and documentation.
- Strong understanding of the different operational aspects of clinical study conducts in different regions across the world, which may be demonstrated by previous work experience in the industry.
- Has standard knowledge of managing client contract processes and accounts, reporting.
- Broad experience in proposals and contract management., the principles, contractual terms, pricing structures, pricing tools and data systems (e.g. Salesforce).
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant software (Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, Databases).
- Comprehensive knowledge of cash flow and revenue recognition.
- 3 - 5 years of previous experience in project support, finance, contracting, or proposals in a CRO or similar environment. Previous experience in proposal development is a plus. Multinational and multicultural companies experience is also a plus.
- Ability to work irregular and/or extended hours as needed to meet the client’s proposal deadline.
- Supervisory experience is a plus.
- Effective escalation management understanding when to bring in support and/or escalate difficult situations and interactions.
- Ability to proactively lead internal meetings and with clients.
- Ability to negotiate client discussions with minimal support
- Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Business, Languages or equivalent combination of education and experience. MBA preferred.
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Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Parexel is among the world’s largest clinical research organizations (CROs), providing the full range of Phase I to IV clinical development services to help life-saving treatments reach patients faster. Leveraging the breadth of our clinical, regulatory and therapeutic expertise, our team of more than 21,000 global professionals collaborates with biopharmaceutical leaders, emerging innovators and sites to design and deliver clinical trials with patients in mind, increasing access and participation to make clinical research a care option for anyone, anywhere. Our depth of industry knowledge and strong track record gained over the past 40 years is moving the industry forward and advancing clinical research in healthcare’s most complex areas, while our innovation ecosystem offers the best solutions to make every phase of the clinical trial process more efficient. With the people, insight and focus on operational excellence, we work With HeartTM every day to treat patients with dignity and continuously learn from their experiences, so every trial makes a difference. For more information, visit parexel.com.
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