Tender Operations And Contracts Specialist, 6-Month Contract, Part-Time.
Pubblicato il 02-08-2026 - Vertex Pharmaceuticals in Lazio
pstrongTender Operations and Contracts Specialist, 6-month contract, Part-Time.
/strong /ppstrongVertex Pharmaceuticals /strong /ppstrongType of Role /strong: Contract position /ppstrongContract length /strong: 6 months /ppstrongWorking Schedule /strong: Tempo parziale, 20 hours per week (five days x four hours) /ppstrongLocation /strong: Rome, Italy, Hybrid, 3 days on site and 2 days working from home.
/ppbr / /ppLooking for opportunities with purpose, impact and possibilities?
Our client, Vertex, is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
As they grow their pipeline at pace, they are strengthening their reputation for creating transformative medicines for people with serious diseases.
/ppbr / /ppstrongPosition Summary /strong /ppThe Tender Operations and Contracts Specialist supports the Tender Office in coordinating operational and administrative activities related to public tenders for pharmaceutical product across Italy, Spain and Portugal.
/ppThe role serves as the main point of contact between internal stakeholders and external tender service providers, ensuring the timely collection, validation and management of all documentation required for tender participation.
/ppThe position also supports the assessment of newly published tenders, reviews commercial and contractual documentation, coordinates tender-related bonds, manages tender data and reporting, and contributes to the efficient execution of tender activities throughout the entire tender lifecycle.
/ppThe role is also responsible for maintaining the Tender Dashboard and Tender Repository, ensuring accurate tracking of tender activities and reliable reporting to support operational execution and business decision-making throughout the tender lifecycle.
/ppbr / /ppstrongKey Responsibilities: /strong /pulliCoordinate operational activities related to public tenders.
/liliLiaise with external tender service providers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate tender submissions.
/liliCoordinate the collection and maintenance of corporate documentation required for tender participation.
/liliReview published tenders, evaluating participation requirements, estimated quantities and tender base prices in collaboration with the Tenders Supervisor, Sales and Market Access.
/liliReview commercial documentation, pricing schedules and post-award contracts before internal approval.
/liliSupport the management of contract amendments, extensions and approved price changes.
/liliMaintain and continuously update the Tender Dashboard, ensuring accurate tracking of tender status, products, quantities, contract duration, key deadlines and other relevant tender information to support business planning, reporting and decision-making.
/liliMaintain the Tender Repository and Tender Management database, ensuring accurate tracking of tenders, contracts, products, quantities and key milestones.
/liliPrepare reports and support business planning through accurate tender data management.
/liliCoordinate the management of bid and performance bonds, including assessment of bond requirements,
coverage periods and amounts, liaison with the external insurance broker and the US Insurance Department, monitoring renewals, maintaining the bond tracking report and ensuring the timely release of bonds upon contract completion.
/li /ulpbr / /ppstrongExperience Required: /strong /pulliBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Law, Pharmacy, Life Sciences or related disciplines preferred.
/liliAlternatively, a high school diploma combined with significant relevant experience will be considered.
/liliExperience in public tender management or tender operations, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector.
/liliPrevious experience in a pharmaceutical company and familiarity with public procurement processes are highly desirable.
/liliGood understanding of public procurement procedures.
/liliStrong organizational and coordination skills.
/liliExcellent attention to detail.
/liliGood analytical skills.
/liliAdvanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
/liliExperience with Tender Management systems is preferred.
/liliEnglish (minimum B2); br / Spanish is a plus.
/liliStrong organizational skills.
/liliAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
/liliProactive and solution-oriented mindset.
/liliEffective communication and stakeholder management.
/liliAbility to work independently and collaboratively.
/liliHigh level of accuracy, integrity and confidentiality.
/li /ulpbr / /ppVertex is partnering with Talent Works to manage their international temporary job openings.
If you are successful in your application, you will be employed by Talent Works to work on a temporary assignment at Vertex.
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