PPD is a leading global contract research organization providing drug discovery, development and lifecycle management services. Our clients and partners include pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, academic and government organizations.
With offices in 46 countries and more than 12,500 professionals worldwide, PPD applies innovative technologies, therapeutic expertise and a commitment to quality to help clients and partners accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics and maximize the returns on their R&D investments.

Would you like to become part of PPD’s Contracts and Proposals Development Team and contribute in all aspects to the department’s success?

Then we have an opportunity for you - join our team of global professionals as a:

Commercial Specialist

This is an opportunity to work with a Global Leader in Clinical Research. You will be part of a global team compiling and producing proposal documents to support large complex bids for the management of clinical studies, ensuring that each bid is tailored to the needs of PPD's clients.

You will be able to demonstrate commercial expertise in a fast paced organisation and have an interest or have developed an awareness of the pharmaceutical / biotechnology sectors, either through work experience or personal research

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

•Support the development of proposals and budget estimates for multi-region, multi-service projects in response to formal Requests for Proposals;
•Make modifications to existing proposals and contracts;
•Ensure accurate information is entered into the proposal and contract tracking database so that timely and accurate reports can be generated.
Suitable candidates will have Bachelors or higher degree preferably in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business, Science, IT, Maths, excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and fluent English skills (both verbal and written) as well as highly developed numeracy and analytical skills and fluent report writing style.

If you are able to manage projects with cross-functional teams and meet multiple strict deadlines, then do not miss this opportunity!

*Previous experience of preparing complex budgets and/or bid documents will be an advantage.

Why choose PPD for your next career move?

As an equal opportunity employer, PPD believes that employees are the key to its success, and is committed to your professional growth. We offer comprehensive benefits package as well as bespoke personal development and training programs.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please go to our website www.ppdi.com , enter our Career section and submit your CV in English for the position you have chosen.

This is an ongoing search. Suitable candidates will be contacted accordingly.