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A Contract Pharma job typically involves working for a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides outsourced services to pharmaceutical companies. These roles can include research and development, manufacturing, quality control, regulatory compliance, and packaging. Employees in this field help pharmaceutical companies bring drugs to market efficiently while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Contract Pharma professionals work with multiple clients, offering expertise in drug formulation, scale-up, and commercialization.

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Infographic showing various Contract Pharma job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 42% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 53% Contract. Highlights an 90% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,034 per year, or $51 per hour.
Contract & Payment Manager- Pharma (Hybrid- Lawrenceville, NJ)

Contract & Payment Manager- Pharma (Hybrid- Lawrenceville, NJ)

Stage 4 Solutions Inc

Lawrenceville, NJ • On-site

$35 - $37.97/hr

Contractor

Medical, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Contract & Payment Manager– Pharma (Hybrid- Lawrenceville, NJ)

We are seeking a Contract & Payment Manager – Pharma for a global pharmaceutical client.

This position is responsible for providing the day-to-day operational support of documentation, data entry and project coordination of Health Care Professional (HCP) consultant engagements and meetings.

The project specialist is to ensure that the planning and execution of HCP consultant engagements flows timely and accurately through the initiation, planning, execution, close out and payments of the process; and responsible for keeping projects on task and meeting deadlines; keeping all team members updated utilizing system software to ensure all projects are on track.

This is a 40-hour per-week, 6-month contract (extensions possible), 50% onsite in Lawrenceville, NJ

This is a W2 role as a Stage 4 Solutions employee. Health benefits and a 401K are offered.

Responsibilities:

  • Review project briefs submitted by US Medical/US Commercial business partners, focusing on HCP information for contracting
  • Manage system integration from project brief into HCP system (Veeva); ensuring HCP info is entered based on FMV/tiered rates
  • Monitor daily activity of HCP contracting within systems
  • Manage HCP tiering – gather CVs from business partners, submitting CMID requests as needed
  • Effectively collaborate with the Senior Manager, communicating via MS Teams, emails, meetings and systems as needed (i.e. Workfront, Consultant Link, Veeva)
  • Provide real time status updates on HCP activity within Workfront
  • Event closeout process: Partner with the Senior Manager(s) to gather all required documentation for event close out. Upload files within internal SharePoint site which is a collaborative effort between Project Specialist and Senior Manager(s)
  • Finance and budget coordination of purchase order requisitions and processing of invoice payments
     

Requirements:

  • 2-4 years of pharmaceutical industry experience with understanding of KOL/Thought Leader Engagements (can include pharma agency work).
  • 2-4+ years of Project Management experience
  • Proficiency with contract management, financial systems and Microsoft Office 365
  • Ability to multitask and manage workflows at different stages throughout the day while attending meetings
  • Strong interpersonal/written communication and presentation skills
  • Delivers accurate deadline-driven information to team members, vendors, and stakeholders
  • Proficient in software that must be used independently: Microsoft Office Suite, Ariba, SAP, Veeva Event Management, Icertis, Workfront, SharePoint
  • MS Office Suite including AI tools is required. Veeva and WorkFront is plus. 
  • Bachelor's degree required.

Please submit your resume to our network at https://www.stage4solutions.com/careers/ (please apply to the Contract & Payment Manager– Pharma (Hybrid- Lawrenceville, NJ) role).

Please feel free to forward this project opening to others who may be interested.

Stage 4 Solutions is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing employees with an inclusive environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on the job requirements and candidates’ qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion/belief, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Compensation: $35/hr. - $37.97/hr.

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