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Sierra

Localization Program Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$170K - $210K/yr

Manage our translation vendors and tooling - including turnaround expectations, quality standards, and delivery - while continuously evaluating whether our tooling is set up to scale with us

Navex Global, Inc.

Translation Specialist

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$22/hr

As a Translation Specialist, you will help manage the Contact Center translations queue and also ... Communicate with external translation vendors * Hold all reports in strict confidence * Collaborate ...

Codera

Senior Manager, Study Start Up

San Diego, CA · Remote

Manage translation of necessary documents through translation vendor * Support creation of and updates to study translation plan * Support setup and management of Clinical Operations vendors (e.g ...

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How much do translation vendor manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for translation vendor manager in the United States is $99,621.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $113,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Translation Vendor Manager?

A Translation Vendor Manager is a professional responsible for selecting, managing, and maintaining relationships with external translation service providers, such as freelance translators and language agencies. They negotiate contracts, evaluate vendor performance, ensure quality standards are met, and coordinate with project managers to match vendors with specific language and subject matter requirements. Their role is crucial in ensuring that translation projects are delivered on time, within budget, and at the desired quality level. Translation Vendor Managers also stay updated on industry trends and help streamline procurement processes for language services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Translation Vendor Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Translation Vendor Manager, you need expertise in translation project management, vendor sourcing, and a solid understanding of localization processes, often supported by a degree in languages or a related field. Familiarity with translation management systems (TMS), CAT tools, and relevant ISO certifications is typically required. Strong negotiation, organizational, and interpersonal skills help build effective relationships with vendors and internal teams. These competencies ensure high-quality translations, cost-effective operations, and timely delivery within a global content strategy.

How does a Translation Vendor Manager typically collaborate with freelance linguists and internal project teams?

A Translation Vendor Manager serves as a key liaison between freelance linguists and internal project teams, ensuring that the right resources are assigned to each project based on language pair, subject matter expertise, and deadlines. They communicate project requirements clearly to vendors, resolve queries, and monitor quality and timeliness. Vendor Managers also work closely with project managers to evaluate linguist performance, provide feedback, and support continuous improvement, fostering a collaborative and efficient workflow.
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Project Manager, Localization & Licensing

Project Manager, Localization & Licensing

Suvoda

Conshohocken, PA • On-site

Other

Posted 4 days ago

New

Job description

Suvoda is a global clinical trial technology company shaping digital experiences that enable clinical trial sponsor and site professionals to take full command over the inherent logistical complexity behind mission-critical and time-sensitive patient interactions in life-sustaining studies for therapeutic areas such as oncology, central nervous system, and rare disease.

Supporting clinical trials means supporting unique experiments that are inherently complex, high-stakes, and dynamic. It is imperative that Suvoda staff working with clients, end-users, or the systems that client and end-users interact with understand the clinical trial industry, regulations, Suvoda's software products and processes, and especially the specificities of the unique trial in question before taking any actions they may alter the data of the system in question.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage communication between Suvoda's internal eCOA teams and instrument developers/license holders for questionnaires;
  • Manage communication between Suvoda's internal Technical Solutions and Design teams and 3rd party translation vendors regarding development needs and client translation requirements;
  • Research license, translation, and eCOA requirements including layout, formatting, and appearance on devices. Determine the license holder is and how to get in contact;
  • Take ownership over the development of information gathering form to be collected at project outset to assist in license research;
  • Communicate and implement all translation and eCOA requirements, and timelines to correct internal eCOA teams;
  • Design, manage and update internal reference master guide as needed with license holder requirements for future reference;
  • Coordinate license holder reviews, as needed;
  • Supply translation vendor with English .json files and screen reports for translation;
  • Receive translated .json files from translation vendor and provide to the Technical Solutions team for implementation;
  • Create screen report documents for each questionnaire by copying and pasting individual screenshot images of each question for a particular questionnaire. The individual screenshot images will be generated by the Technical Solutions team;
  • Perform a basic proofread of the screen report documents to ensure all required screen content is present and in the correct order;
  • Coordinate revisions to the screen report documents and .json files between the Technical Solutions team and translation vendor, as needed;
  • Collaborate with Lead Project Managers regarding translation timelines in order for Lead Project Managers to communicate this information to the client;

Requirements:

  • 5 years' experience, pharmaceutical industry preferred
  • Bachelor's degree required;
  • Strong interest in language, research and desire to join the pharmaceutical industry;
  • Experience in management of multiple simultaneous projects;
  • Ability to multitask;
  • Strong organization and detail orientation skills;
  • Self-motivated;
  • Professional communication skills;

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