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Principal Solutions Consultant / Solutions Architect - FSP
Job ID R0000047918Job Summary:
Parexel is seeking an experienced Principal Solutions Consultant / Solutions Architect to play a critical role in shaping and winning new business by designing innovative, client-centric Functional Service Provider (FSP) solutions.
As a recognized expert in FSP delivery, you will partner across Commercial, Proposals & Pricing, and Operations to develop differentiated strategies that align to client needs and drive growth. This role requires a strategic thinker who can translate complex client requirements into practical, high-impact solutions that are competitive, executable, and scalable.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Solutioning & Client Engagement
- Provide strategic guidance across key accounts and opportunities to shape FSP positioning
- Design creative, tailored FSP solutions aligned to client needs and future operating models
- Champion a consultative, “outside-in” approach that positions Parexel as a trusted strategic partner
Business Development & Proposal Leadership
- Lead the development of customer-focused bid strategies and solution concepts
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to create differentiated, high-value proposals
- Define and deliver compelling proposal and bid defense content that clearly articulates value, innovation, and competitive advantage
Solution Design & Commercial Alignment
- Develop efficient, competitive, and profitable solutions, including scope, staffing, and delivery strategy
- Ensure alignment of scope, timelines, location strategy, and resourcing models
- Validate pricing assumptions and ensure solutions are operationally feasible and scalable
Operational Strategy, Risk & Transition Planning
- Design end-to-end operating models, including delivery frameworks, governance, and workflows
- Conduct robust risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
- Define transition and implementation plans to ensure seamless model adoption and delivery continuity
Content Development & Market Positioning
- Develop early engagement content and solution narratives to support client discussions
- Contribute to FSP collateral, RFI/RFP libraries, and bid defense materials
- Ensure consistent, compelling messaging that reinforces Parexel’s value proposition and differentiation
Continuous Improvement & Competitive Insight
- Maintain strong awareness of industry trends, competitor landscape, and regulatory changes
- Contribute to ongoing refinement of proposal processes, tools, and best practices
- Drive lessons learned and continuous improvement across bid pursuits and solution development
Skills & Experience Required:
- 10+ years of FSP clinical operations leadership/management experience within a CRO setting
- Strong expertise in producing and coordinating RFI/RFP documents and process
- Demonstrated ability to design and deliver complex FSP or outsourcing solutions within the CRO environment
- Exceptional ability to influence and collaborate across matrixed, global teams
- Strong communication, sales, and management skills to align with multiple stakeholders, support engagement, and help coordinate the preparation of proposals
- Strategic thinker with a pragmatic approach to execution
Core Capabilities:
- Exceptional technical writing and proposal development skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to communicate complex concepts in a clear, compelling manner
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with precision and attention to detail
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Multiple years of experience in Life Sciences; CRO experience strongly preferred
- Experience in strategic FSP solution design, Operations background required
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