Head of Business Operations (VP/SVP)

SciPro has partnered with a series A clinical stage biotech who is looking for a Head of Operations to join their executive team (VP or SVP level) who has a previous track record of scaling operations quickly from early-stage R&D to late-stage clinical trials while maintaining high standards.

They are looking for someone to lead and manage day-to-day business operations, ensuring fast, efficient execution across teams and seamless collaboration with external partners (e.g., legal, vendors). Responsibilities include:

• Drive the scaling of operations from pre-IND to clinical stages
• Provide the operational backbone for rapid clinical trial execution, regulatory approvals, and accelerated product development.
• Lead contract negotiations with CROs, CDMOs, and key service providers, optimizing for speed, cost, quality, and timelines and oversee vendor selection, performance management, and strategic partnerships to ensure high-quality execution at scale.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance tracking, ensuring swift response to changing business needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive leadership in business operations - experience overseeing multiple operational functions.
• Vendor management experience
• A minimum of 5 years in biotech/pharma - understanding industry regulations, clinical trials, and development and manufacturing related activities.