Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 50,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialized clinical diagnostics testing.

 In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6.7 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services, LLC (Eurofins PSS) is searching for a Principal Contracts Specialist/Project Manager to join our team.  This role will have full responsibility ensuring the most positive negotiation outcome and Eurofins Group compliance working collaboration with clients, senior leadership, and outside and internal counsel as needed.  This position is responsible for establishing program and managing the full contract lifecycle including managing timelines, drafting, reviewing, and administratively managing the approval process and storage of contractual agreements to ensure contracts are renewed in proactive and timely fashion to ensure business continuity.  Position will gain and utilize contract law, design and facilitate training to ensure PSS leadership and BD are well versed to drive contract negotiation in compliance with standards set by Principal Contracts Specialist in collaboration and alignment with senior leadership.  In addition, remain flexible and a supportive team member with additional duties as needed.    

Contracts Specialist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Maintain and improve standardized PSS MSA drafts and accompanying documents such as PA, SOW to capture changing compliance with laws and best practices to drive business success.Design program to ensure visible tracking of current MSA and agreed upon terms and make recommendations to help drive improvements in client relationships.Collaborate and ensure alignment with any global MSAs. Draft, review and negotiate multiple types of contract agreements.Review draft contract agreements against internal policy for deviations and document any variance requests.Liaison with external counsel when required for additional review.Handle and ensure contracts are submitted and meet the internal review and approval process requirements.Manage contract data for timeliness, accuracy and quality.Maintain complete, accurate and up-to-date contract files.Oversee renewal cycle and summary of key terms to ensure contract compliance.Administer internal electronic signature application for use in contracts and statements of work.Complete periodic compliance reviews for internal requirements for contracts, finance and other areas as assigned.Provide executive administrative support and conduct special projects as directed.Recommend and implement process improvements when appropriate.Assist and provide support for administrative projects as needed to support overall team responsibilities.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess:

Positivity, high collaboration, superlative client service, teamwork, high energy, integrity, and quality excellence  Strong communication (written and verbal), attention to detail, organizational skills, and maximized efficiencyExcellent computer skills (particularly Microsoft Office Suite Word, Excel, Teams)Client and External Counsel facing, professionalism in dress and mannerism, caring, kindnessMust be able to project manage, prioritize and plan work efficiently to meet deadlines and work on multiple tasks and projects simultaneouslySolid understanding, demonstration, and compliance of client confidentialityAbility to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policiesMotivated, self-starter that multi-tasks and maximizes outputs through individual and collective collaboration to meet all deliverables.

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and at least three years related experience.  Paralegal degree or equivalent experience preferred.Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

The position is hybrid (commuting to the Lancaster, PA office several days a week), full-time, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., with overtime as needed. Candidates within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply. 

Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.