Contract Management & Operations

Job Description:

Sandoz continues to go through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines. As we continue down this new and ambitious path, unique opportunities will present themselves, both professionally and personally.

Join us, the future is ours to shape!

This position will be located at the Princeton, NJ US Headquarters site. Our Sandoz flexible hybrid working approach allows US office‑based employees to work up to 50% of their monthly workday remotely. This role will not have the ability to be located remotely. Preference will be given to local candidates not requiring relocation.

• Partner with Contract Managers to implement Sandoz commercial contracts in Scout and Model N, including loading pricing and Managed Care agreements.
• Collaborate with Chargebacks, Membership, Sales, Contract Managers, and other internal stakeholders to resolve pricing and chargeback discrepancies.
• Support Franchise Leads by managing daily open order reports.
• Act as SCOUT SME for the Contracts team:
  • Test IT‑developed solutions in the DEV environment.
  • Monitor the SCOUT Contracting interface.
  • Troubleshoot system issues in collaboration with IT and business stakeholders.
  • Lead SCOUT training for Contracts team.
  • Run SCOUT based reports, including monthly contracting activity report and contract expiration report.
• Develop and manage Contracts Team KPIs, leveraging SCOUT data to measure contracting volume patterns.
• Own the product change notification process within SCOUT, ensuring timely updates and cross‑functional communication.
• Support interface management between SCOUT, Model N, SAP, and Salesforce to ensure contract data integrity and alignment.
• Utilize advanced Excel modeling and PowerPoint to analyze contract data, prepare executive summaries, and support strategic decision-making.

Deep Knowledge of the Pharmaceutical Industry & Its Segments
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Brings comprehensive understanding of key stakeholders such as wholesalers, Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs), Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs), and Managed Care Organizations. Applies this expertise to develop and execute operational solutions that align with Market Access strategy and ensure compliance.

Exceptional Collaboration in Matrix Organizations
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Demonstrates outstanding ability to navigate and lead within complex environments, fostering alignment across cross‑functional teams including Market Access, Franchise, IT, Regulatory, and Membership. Builds strong partnerships by influencing without authority, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring seamless execution of specialty contracting and operational goals.

Expertise in Commercial Pharmaceutical Contracts for Gx and Biosimilars
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Possesses deep knowledge of commercial contracting strategies for generic and biosimilar products, including key terms, conditions, and pricing structures across diverse customer segments.

Exceptional Proficiency in Contracting Systems & Interface Management
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Demonstrates advanced proficiency in SAP, Model

N, and Salesforce with deep understanding of contracting and pricing workflows across platforms. Skilled in interface management, customized query creation, and end‑to‑end testing of IT solutions to ensure system integrity and operational efficiency. Experienced in resolving contract discrepancies across systems and leading training initiatives for Contracts teams and internal stakeholders, driving adoption, accuracy, and cross‑functional alignment.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong focus on commercial operations.
• Deep understanding of key industry segments including wholesalers, Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs), Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs), and Managed Care Organizations.
• Familiarity with the commercial landscape for generic (Gx) and biosimilar products, including regulatory and reimbursement dynamics.
• Strong knowledge of contract terms and conditions, rebate structures, and…