Associate Director, Clinical Supplies Project Manager

Moderna; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 142,500 - 256,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class healthcare coverage

Family planning benefits

Generous paid time off

Location-specific perks

Job summary

Moderna is looking for an Associate Director, Clinical Supplies Project Management, to lead and manage clinical supply activities for studies. You will oversee logistics, collaborate with teams, and ensure compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience in clinical supply management and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a salary range between $142,500 and $256,500. Moderna offers comprehensive healthcare benefits, generous paid time off, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of clinical supply management experience required.
• Experience in establishing vendor relationships is essential.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical supply activities and logistics.
• Manage planning, strategies, and budget for programs.
• Develop KPI metrics for clinical supply management.

Skills

Clinical supply management

Cold Chain distribution

IRT implementation

Problem-solving

Relationship management

Regulations knowledge (ICH, FDA)

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science-based subject

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Associate Director, Clinical Supplies Project Management is responsible for oversight and leadership of clinical supply activities for a program and/or a clinical study. The scope includes operational planning and strategy required to execute end‑to‑end supply management, including demand planning, label development, packaging/labeling, distribution, IRT UAT/supply management, temperature excursions, and site activations. This position works collaboratively across several therapeutic area teams and cross‑functionally to support study needs. It may be an individual contributor or lead a team of direct reports, including Clinical Supply Project Managers or Specialists. The role requires skill at understanding the needs of critical programs with attention to detail, a collaborative outlook, and the ability to manage workload and meet project timelines.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Assist in identifying resources required to manage programs and their associated clinical studies.
• Provide leadership to more junior colleagues by supporting their development through coaching and identifying key opportunities for development.
• Be accountable for planning, strategies and budget management for programs.
• Drive best practice for supply logistics and for the processes surrounding clinical supplies.
• Oversee process for inventory control and distribution activities including scheduling, issue resolution, change implementation, vendor oversight and scope review related to clinical supplies.
• Be responsible for logistics as required to support the labeling, packaging and shipment of clinical drug supplies to depots/investigative sites as well as other clinical supplies as necessary.
• May contribute to business review meetings with third‑party drug supply vendors.
• With Clinical Study Team inputs and IRT PM, contribute to the development of IRT requirements, user acceptance testing, and supply management after IRT go‑live.
• Be responsible for Clinical Supplies Planning and Forecasting as required to meet program objectives.
• Develop and compile KPI (metrics).
• Serve as the primary interface with CMC for production planning &distribution; develop best practice for forecast of all drug supply needs.
• Manage work with Clinical Packaging Organizations, IRT vendors, and CROs.
• Drive the creation/development of processes that drive best practice for clinical supplies, and implement industry best practices for clinical drug supply activities.
• Collaborate with CMC, clinical, and project management on production schedules so timing of clinical trial drug needs are met.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with third‑party vendors to assure the complete scope of planning activities remains connected with operations and compliant with quality requirements.
• Be responsible for coordinating and scheduling drug labeling and packaging activities in conjunction with CMC, clinical, regulatory departments; and coordinating the work schedule of clinical supplies project managers.
• Oversee vendor activities including procurement, labeling performance, on‑time delivery, quality, improvement initiatives and issue resolution.
• Develop pharmacy manuals in conjunction with relevant cross‑functional leads.
• Develop drug and clinical supply training materials for investigational sites.

Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• At least 8 years of clinical supply management experience in a clinical research environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in a science‑based subject (advanced degree preferred).
• Prior Cold Chain distribution experience required.
• IRT implementation, design, and management experience required.
• Prior biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing experience preferred.
• Creative, capable problem‑solver.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining relationships with vendors and attending business review meetings (vendor oversight).
• Working knowledge of ICH, FDA, IRB/IEC and other applicable regulations/guidelines and demonstrated understanding of clinical research protocol requirements.
• Demonstrated proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation software (MS Office skills such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint).
• Successful candidate will be curious in exploring new paths for clinical research, bold in proposing creative solutions and ideas, work collaboratively with multifunctional teams and partners, and be relentless in pursuing successful outcomes.

Pay & Benefits

The salary range for this role is $142,500.00 - $256,500.00. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

• Best‑in‑class healthcare coverage, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs.
• A holistic approach to well‑being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support.
• Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year‑end shutdown.
• Savings and investment opportunities to help you plan for the future.
• Location‑specific perks and extras.

Equal Opportunities

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non‑discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law.

Moderna is an E‑Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Accommodations

We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best. Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position should contact the Accommodations team at [e-mail].

Export Control Notice

This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export‑controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non‑U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.