Clinical Supply Chain Manager (FSP, UK)

IQVIA Inc; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Inc is seeking a dedicated Clinical Supply Chain Manager in Reading, UK, to support a global sponsor as an embedded role. You will drive supply strategy, vendor oversight, risk mitigation, and governance with a focus on strategic decisions rather than day-to-day execution.

You will collaborate with sponsor functions and external partners to ensure study objectives and timelines are met within an FSP framework.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related.
• 2–3 years experience in Clinical Trials (Essential).
• 2–3 years experience in Clinical Supply Chain Management (Essential).
• Experience with IRT/RTSM systems and supply management tools.
• Understanding of GCP, GMP, GDP, GxP and applicable regulations.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret protocols to design and execute a clinical trial supply chain solution.
• Create master English label text per regulatory framework (e.g. Annex 13).
• Develop demand forecasts and packaging plans to ensure availability.
• Initiate packaging campaigns with vendors and oversee timely delivery.
• Set up and monitor IRT systems to manage study inventory.
• Create distribution plans and oversee vendor execution.
• Work independently to ensure delivery of trial materials to the right place.
• Provide ongoing budget tracking in line with quotations.
• Maintain 100% training compliance and apply learnings.
• Stay up to date with GxP/regulatory requirements.
• Lead client/vendor meetings on supply chain topics/status.
• Create Temperature Excursion management plan and oversight.
• Review and assess Temperature Excursions for IQVIA team.
• Conduct risk management assessments to mitigate risks.

Skills

English proficiency

Project management

Stakeholder management

GxP knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences/Pharma/SCM/Business

2–3 years clinical trials experience

2–3 years clinical supply chain management

Experience with ERP systems (SAP)

Tools

SAP

IRT/RTSM systems

Clinical supply management tools

Job description

Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom

Full time

R1578479

Overview

This is a UK-based FSP opportunity in which you will be dedicated to supporting a global pharmaceutical sponsor as an embedded Clinical Supply Chain Manager.

Acting as the clinical supply representative within cross-functional study teams, you will be responsible for driving supply strategy, managing vendor oversight, mitigating supply risks, and ensuring clinical supply activities are aligned with study objectives and timelines. The role requires strong collaboration across internal sponsor functions and external partners, with a focus on governance, oversight, and strategic decision-making rather than day-to-day operational execution.

If you enjoy working at the intersection of strategy, stakeholder management, and operational excellence, this role offers the opportunity to influence clinical trial success within a sponsor environment while benefiting from the support and development opportunities of an FSP model.

Your Responsibilities

• Interpret clinical trial protocols to create and execute an effective clinical trial supply chain solution
• Create master English label text in accordance with relevant regulatory framework (e.g. Annex 13)
• Create and maintain demand forecasts and packaging plans so that packed clinical supplies are readily available in accordance with the project requirements
• Initiate packaging campaigns with the assigned vendor and provide oversight to ensure on-time delivery
• Setup, monitor, and where necessary, update study assigned Interactive Response Technology (IRT) systems to ensure study inventory is effectively managed
• Create an appropriate distribution plan and have oversight of the assigned vendor(s) executing it
• Ability to work independently and proactively to ensure that the supply of all trial materials is delivered to the right place at the right time
• Provide ongoing budget tracking activities so that projects are run efficiently and in accordance with client approved quotations
• Maintains 100% compliance on all assigned training and applies learnings to everyday practice
• Remain up to date in all GxP and regulatory requirements applicable to the role
• Leads client and vendor related meetings where necessary to discuss clinical supply chain topics or status updates
• Creates a Temperature Excursion management plan
• Manages the review and assessment process of Temperature Excursions reported to the IQVIA Clinical Trial Supplies team
• Conducts thorough and regular risk management assessments to ensure all risks are systematically reviewed and appropriate mitigations are executed

Education, Knowledge and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related discipline
• 2-3 Years related industry experience in Clinical Trials (Essential)
• 2-3 Years experience in Clinical Supply Chain Management (Essential)
• Working knowledge of clinical trial supply processes including demand forecasting, inventory management, packaging, labeling, distribution, and returns
• Experience working with IRT/RTSM systems and clinical supply management tools
• Understanding of GCP, GMP, GDP, GxP, and applicable clinical supply regulations
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Experience in supply planning, demand planning, inventory planning, or production planning within a regulated environment
• Understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes from manufacturing through distribution and clinical site supply
• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably SAP, for inventory management, material planning, supply tracking, and reporting
• Ability to analyze supply and inventory data to support forecasting and decision-making
• Ability to build effective relationships and collaborate across global, matrixed organizations
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Professional proficiency in English

Please note this role is based in the United Kingdom and is delivered through an FSP (Functional Service Provider) model supporting a dedicated pharmaceutical sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK visa sponsorship.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

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