Alliance Manager, CPSS China

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Job Description / Capsule   Leads AstraZeneca’s Alliance Management activities for CPSS outsourcing in China,   establishing   and managing a locally enabled, globally aligned model for CRO partnerships.   Acts as the single point of coordination for all outsourced toxicology, bioanalytical, and emerging modality work across China, ensuring delivery against quality, timelines, cost, and compliance expectations.   Builds and develops strategic and operational relationships with China-based CROs, academic institutions, and innovation partners, translating global AstraZeneca standards into locally effective practices while   maintaining   the highest standards of ethics, regulatory compliance, and scientific integrity.   Operates at the interface of global CPSS strategy and China execution, strengthening vendor capabilities, enabling innovation, and supporting AstraZeneca’s long-term   externalisation   and “China as an innovation engine” ambitions.   Works independently with limited supervision, confidently navigating ambiguous, evolving, or   to   be   defined   processes and proactively shaping practical ways of working to deliver outcomes.     Typical Accountabilities   •  Acts as the single point of contact for all CPSS CRO partnerships in China across Safety Sciences   and   Bioanalysis   •  Establishes and maintains culturally aligned, high-performing partnerships with CROs, embedding AZ standards for quality, delivery, cost, sustainability, and ethics   •  Leads vendor performance management including scorecards, KPIs, issue tracking, and CAPA implementation   •  Conducts regular business reviews with vendor leadership to assess performance and align on strategic priorities   •  Builds strong relationships across CRO   organisations   from operational teams to executive leadership   •  Leads onboarding and integration of new China CRO partners, particularly those new to AstraZeneca   •  Conducts due diligence and site assessments in partnership with Quality and Global Animal Research Assurance (GARA)   •  Drives capability development plans to support progression from non-GLP to GLP-ready operations   •  Supports contracting strategy, collaborating with Procurement and Legal to align MSAs, SOWs, and commercial models   •  Oversees   specialised   partnerships for   radioconjugate   and complex modalities, ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational requirements   •  Coordinates with global technical teams to   align on   standards, risk assessments, and quality expectations   •  Provides hands-on operational support for outsourced studies, including start-up coordination, vendor transitions, and issue resolution   •  Proactively   identifies   and resolves risks across scientific, operational, quality, and compliance domains   •  Drives root cause analysis and implementation of sustainable corrective actions   •  Establishes governance frameworks including performance metrics, business review cadence, and escalation pathways   •  Leads risk management activities (TPRM, TIA, PIA) and ensures full compliance with AZ policies and China regulations   •  Maintains audit readiness and alignment with global quality systems and animal welfare standards   •  Maintains strong connectivity with global Alliance Management through consistent communication, shared tools, and   standardised   processes   •  Translates global standards into locally effective practices considering regulatory, cultural, and operational differences   •  Represents China perspective in global CPSS strategy discussions, providing insights on market trends and vendor capabilities   •  Supports innovation through collaboration with China-based academic institutions, start-ups, and technology partners   •  Identifies eme

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