Life Science Vendor Manager

You will support a major pharmaceutical R&D site in Oxford. This is a newly created role focused on managing vendors, service contracts, and operational workflows, helping ensure laboratories run smoothly with minimal disruption to scientists and stakeholders. You’ll work closely with on-site teams, external vendors, and international stakeholders, balancing desk-based coordination with on-site vendor activity.

Zenopa has partnered with a UK-based scientific services and asset management organisation supporting regulated laboratory environments across life sciences and animal health. The business specialises in laboratory equipment lifecycle management, scientific services delivery, and process improvement, helping laboratory teams operate safely, compliantly, and efficiently.

The organisation works directly within regulated sites, focusing on structured planning, robust systems, and data-driven decision making. Its services are designed to reduce operational risk, improve asset performance, and minimise disruption to scientific work. The environment values technical accuracy, documentation, and clear ownership of systems, with an emphasis on building sustainable, repeatable processes rather than operating reactively.

Essential:
Strong organisational and administrative skills.
A clear sense of ownership and accountability.
Confident communication with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Ability to prioritise multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility to occasionally support calls with US-based teams.

Desirable (but not essential):
Experience managing contractors or vendors.
IOSH Contractor Management certification (or willingness to train).
Experience in life sciences, laboratories, or regulated environments
Budget tracking, cost control, or KPI/reporting experience.
Training and development support will be provided for the right candidate.

Competitive salary with scope for flexibility for strong candidates.
25 days annual leave (negotiable).
Full-time, stable on-site role.
Opportunity to join a growing, agile organisation with clear progression paths.
High level of visibility and responsibility within the role.

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