Supply Chain Manager - Clinical Distribution

Astek Group; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Retirement plan

Vacation days

Remote work abroad

Phone/internet reimbursement

Transportation reimbursement

Training programs

EAP and telemedicine services

Job summary

Astek Canada is seeking a Supply Chain Manager - Clinical Distribution to lead global distribution of clinical trial supplies and ensure on-time delivery across 24 depots.

You will work cross-functionally with Clinical Demand & Supply, ensure GMP compliance, manage CAPAs, and optimize processes in a fast-paced, international setting.

The role offers remote work options abroad up to five weeks per year, competitive benefits, and a path to grow within a global pharma logistics network.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in clinical trials, logistics, warehouse operations, or supply chain.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or biotech environments is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of SAP and information systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• APICS, SCOR, Lean, or Six Sigma certifications are assets.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring on-time delivery of clinical trial supplies worldwide.
• Representing Clinical Distribution within cross-functional teams.
• Leading distribution-related discussions and decision-making forums.
• Resolving operational and system-related issues impacting supply continuity.
• Coordinating supply strategies with Clinical Demand & Supply leaders.
• Driving process improvement and global distribution initiatives.
• Managing quality events, CAPAs, and changes within a GMP environment.

Skills

SAP

GMP

CAPA

Clinical supply chain

Global logistics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

APICS/SCOR/Lean/Six Sigma

Job description

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager - Clinical Distribution

Work Mode: Not specified

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: 65000K to 70000K CAD

What we will accomplish together:

You will join a major organization to support the global distribution of clinical trial supplies. You will help ensure operational continuity for more than 600 clinical trials across a worldwide network of 24 depots.

Your mission (should you choose to accept it!):

Lead global clinical distribution activities while ensuring compliance, performance, and uninterrupted supply.

Your day-to-day activities will include:

• Ensuring on-time delivery of clinical trial supplies worldwide
• Representing Clinical Distribution within cross-functional teams
• Leading distribution-related discussions and decision-making forums
• Resolving operational and system-related issues impacting supply continuity
• Coordinating supply strategies with Clinical Demand & Supply leaders
• Driving process improvement and global distribution initiatives
• Managing quality events, CAPAs, and changes within a GMP environment

Your future team:

You will work in a global, agile, and highly collaborative environment.

• SAP
• IT systems and diagnostics
• GMP
• CAPA
• Clinical supply chain
• Global logistics

Your profile:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in clinical trials, logistics, warehouse operations, or supply chain
• Experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology environments is an asset
• Strong knowledge of SAP and information systems
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field
• APICS, SCOR, Lean, or Six Sigma certifications are considered an asset
• Comfortable working in global and cross-functional environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Group insurance from your first day of employment, with 50% of premiums covered by Astek Canada
• Retirement savings plan offered after 3 months of service
• Employer matching contribution of up to $2,000 per year according to plan terms
• 3 weeks of vacation for 1 to 3 years of recognized experience
• 4 weeks of vacation after 3 years of recognized experience
• Opportunity to purchase 1 additional week of vacation per year
• 3 floating days after 3 months of seniority
• Ability to work remotely from abroad for up to 5 weeks per year, subject to applicable policies
• Reimbursement of phone and/or internet plan expenses up to $75 per month
• Reimbursement of eligible transportation expenses up to the STM Zone A fare
• Annual reimbursement of $500 for sports activities
• Annual allowance of $500 for computer equipment or office equipment
• Social activities and regular happy hours
• Access to offices in Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver
• Referral program
• Tailored training programs
• Reimbursement of selected job-related certifications
• Reimbursement of professional association membership fees when related to the position
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and telemedicine services

Why Join Astek

• An experience accelerator where every assignment is an opportunity to grow
• Access to a wide range of technically exciting projects for our clients and internally
• Personalized support for a tailored professional career path
• Continuous learning through our internal Training Academy
• A friendly and inclusive work environment supported by certified HR practices #TopEmployer2026 #BestManaged #ISO9001 #ISO14001 #ISO27001

Astek Canada

Since 1999, Astek Canada has specialized in IT consulting and engineering services, successfully supporting its clients’ development strategies.

Astek Canada has more than 600 employees located in Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver. With innovation at the heart of digital transformation, Astek Canada’s mission is to guide and support organizations throughout their digital transformation journey.