Company Description
M3 USA is at the forefront of healthcare innovation, offering digital solutions across healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and more.
Since our inception in 2000, we've seen remarkable growth, fueled by our mission to utilize the internet for a healthier world and more efficient healthcare systems.
Our success is anchored in our trusted digital platforms that engage physician communities globally, facilitating impactful medical education, precise job placement, and insightful market research.
M3 USA prides itself on a dynamic and innovative work environment where every team member contributes to global health advancements.
Joining M3 USA means being part of a dedicated team striving to make a significant difference in healthcare.
We provide a unique opportunity for you to be at the cutting edge of healthcare innovation, shaping the future in a meaningful career.
Embrace the chance to drive change with M3 USA.
Due to our continued growth, we are hiring for a US Patient Procurement Coordinator at
M3 Global Research , an M3 company.
About the Business Unit:
M3 Global Research, part of M3 Inc., provides the most comprehensive and highest quality market research recruitment and support services available to the industry with relationships reaching respondents in more than 70 countries worldwide.
M3 Global Research maintains ISO 26362 and 27001 certifications with the highest quality data collection and project management capabilities that cover the spectrum of quantitative and qualitative techniques utilized today.
M3 services incorporate all of the most advanced statistical and attitudinal methodologies allowing clients to provide world-class offerings and support services to their end-client customers throughout multiple industry sectors.
Job Description
The Patient Procurement Coordinator is responsible for securing (onboarding and setting up) external fieldwork suppliers for quantitative and qualitative projects.
They will assist the Project Assistants/Coordinators and Project Managers in ensuring the projects are delivered in accordance with the specifications, budget, and timelines given by our clients.
This position is ideal for a candidate who is a strong multi-tasker, enjoys building partnerships with vendors, is budget conscious, and enjoys a fast-paced environment.
Candidate will work closely with Project Management, Procurement, and Custom Recruitment teams to meet project needs for various methodologies and markets.
Gather feedback, costs, and feasibility from external fieldwork suppliers after internal project kick-off is completed.
Responsible for reviewing projects before setting up external fieldwork suppliers, to ensure that all internal fieldwork strategies have been explored, and budget permits additional project costs.
Commission and set up external fieldwork suppliers on projects when requested by the fieldwork coordinator or project manager.
Candidate is responsible for recording the suppliers' costs at commissioning and closing stage in M3 cost tracking system.
Set up external fieldwork suppliers in a timely manner to ensure that the projects are completed within timelines stipulated by the client and introduce them to the Fieldwork Coordinator or Project Manager.
Work with the internal teams on backup plans when external suppliers are not able to reach their target for a project.
Review and rate external fieldwork suppliers' performances at the end of fieldwork.
Communicate effectively with external suppliers and internal teams, including escalation control and feedback.
Ensure final updates are sent to external suppliers and costs approved before allowing them to issue an invoice.
Negotiate cost adjustments as needed based on performance or changes in field.
Pro-actively look for alternative suppliers (sourcing) to expand M3 Global Research supplier network and present to procurement leadership team for review and vetting.
Monitor costs and performance of external suppliers over time to develop priority based on cost efficiency and feasibility.
Monitor and adhere to ISO requirements for supplier compliance.
Assist with compliance documentation and audits as needed.
Update partner information, changes, or paperwork in internal partner tracking system.
Qualifications
Experience coordinating external fieldwork suppliers in Healthcare Market Research
Proficient at Excel
Ability to multi-task
Can work within budgets and different currencies
Be able to work as part of a team and show flexibility in the tasks they are asked to perform
Independently motivated and inspired by working in a dynamic environment
Comfortable with change, ability to derive opportunity from uncertainty
Analytical and strategic thinker
Ensure accuracy and display excellent attention to detail
Responsive and able to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
Solution Orientated
Ability to foster partnerships with our vendors
Organizational skills as the role involves working on a variety of projects and deadlines to generate effective results
Enjoy working with and comfortable with large amounts of data
Additional Information
*M3 reserves the right to change this job description to meet the business needs of the organization
This position will support US EST hours!
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