Clinical Supply Chain Manager

Proclinical; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Clinical Supply Chain Manager to oversee the management and distribution of clinical trial supplies. The role encompasses coordinating activities to ensure timely delivery and compliance with regulatory standards while managing stakeholder needs. Proven experience in pharmaceutical supply chains and logistics planning is essential for success in this pivotal role.

Qualifications

• Strong logistics planning experience required.
• Experienced in clinical trial pharmaceutical supply chains.
• Understanding of GXP, GCP, GDP, and GMP standards essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage clinical demand and coordinate with manufacturing.
• Oversee project schedules ensuring alignment with clinical site demands.
• Contribute to SOP development and implement procedures for trial demand.

Skills

Logistics planning

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

Experience in pharmaceutical supply chain management

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

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Are you ready to drive the future of Clinical Supply Chain from behind the scenes? Looking to be in the heart of a company where precision meets purpose?

Proclinical is seeking a Clinical Supply Chain Manager to oversee the management and distribution of clinical trial supplies. This role involves coordinating supply chain activities to ensure timely delivery and compliance with regulatory standards. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to manage project schedules and supply needs.

Responsibilities:

• Manage clinical demand and coordinate with manufacturing for supply sourcing and lead times.
• Collaborate with clinical managers to determine investigational medicinal product (IMP) needs.
• Oversee project schedules and deliverables, ensuring alignment with clinical site demands.
• Serve as the primary contact for project challenges related to clinical trial supplies.
• Ensure timely project delivery through effective task coordination.
• Develop site-specific strategies for supply destruction/returns and maintain essential records.
• Monitor inventory levels and facilitate site-to-site transfers as needed.
• Notify relevant parties of any deviations affecting product quality.
• Contribute to SOP development and implement procedures for clinical trial demand.
• Establish communication pathways to support supply chain strategy development.
• Evaluate information to create a robust supply chain strategy minimizing waste.
• Lead coordination of activities with other business units and third parties.
• Oversee Interactive Response Technology (IRT) System setup for medication management.
• Perform risk assessments and monitor budgets to ensure project alignment with quotations.
• Address quality issues and temperature excursions promptly.

Key Skills and Requirements:

• Strong logistics planning experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems.
• Experience in pharmaceutical supply chain management, particularly in clinical trials.
• Understanding of GXP, GCP, GDP, and GMP standards.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to define, report, and address business KPIs.
• Problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.