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Fortrea

Global CRO providing Phase I-IV trials

Facilities Associate II - Sao Paulo, Brazil

Facilities ManagementUpdated on Nov 9
Full-timeSão Paulo, State of São Paulo, BrazilNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree is required, although relevant and equivalent experience may substitute for the education requirement.
  • At least 7 years of experience is required.
  • High-level administrative skills are required, ideally with some facilities management experience.
  • Fluency in the local language and English, both written and oral, is required.
  • Organizational skills, oral and written communication, accuracy in typing and spelling, aptitude for numerical data, ability to operate standard office equipment, and computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software are required.
  • A keen interest in electronic systems, including FSA, is required.

Responsibilities

  • Order office supplies and perform related administrative tasks, including coding and assembling invoice packages for accounting; research costs and supplies for office items and equipment; solicit competitive bids.
  • Ensure smooth and consistent daily operation of office services; conduct daily, monthly, and annual office meetings; coordinate work and schedules; and provide support for activity operations.
  • Troubleshoot office equipment and furniture issues, place service calls with appropriate vendors, and communicate outages to staff.
  • Manage printers, take monthly copier meter readings, code and assemble copier invoices for accounting, and request copier meter readings from the California office services group.
  • Back up the front desk and switchboard and assist office assistants with their functions.
  • Suggest new processes or modifications to improve Office Services efficiency.
  • Coordinate internal staff moves and assist with minor furniture modifications and moves.
  • Maintain central files and the related database; handle requests involving off-site file storage; store hard and electronic copies of company and client contracts, proposals, and other communications; assist with audits; and work with Finance on records management.
  • Manage vendor payments using company invoice and payment management tools, and assist with invoice queries raised by Accounts Payable or vendors.
  • Administer the office access system, control access, prepare reports, and maintain the system.
  • Manage courier services, including web-based platforms, employee accounts, invoices, shipment monitoring, administrative processes, vendor coordination, and operational compliance.
  • Act as the main point of contact between Fortrea and vendors to verify contract terms, renegotiate terms, and onboard vendors.
  • Support suppliers and employees with couriers, external printing, printers, and office materials.
  • Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

About the Company

Fortrea

Global CRO providing Phase I-IV trials

Fortrea is a global contract research organization that provides clinical development services for the life sciences industry. It offers full service, functional service, and hybrid outsourcing models across Phase I–IV trials, clinical pharmacology, and consulting, serving biotech, biopharma, medical devices, and diagnostics. Its work is delivered through a network of investigators and specialized teams in approximately 100 countries, supporting trial design, execution, data management, and regulatory compliance. Fortrea’s approach combines its legacy experience from Covance and Labcorp with a pureplay CRO model to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions and agile project delivery. This positions it to manage trials across more than 20 therapeutic areas with scientific rigor and operational excellence. The company aims to bring predictability to clinical trial execution and help clients turn research ideas into real-world outcomes.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Winston-Salem, NC
Founded
2023

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