Clinical Supply Chain Lead - Remote Trials

Sumitomo Pharma; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 131,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) seeks a Clinical Supply Manager to oversee IP planning, labeling, packaging, and distribution for clinical studies. The role partners with CMC, Regulatory Affairs, QA, Clinical Operations, CMOs, and vendors to ensure on-time IP availability and compliant supply execution.

The position requires experience in clinical supplies management, risk assessment, and cross-functional coordination, with strong project management and regulatory knowledge.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of relevant life sciences industry experience in clinical supply management or related roles.
• Experience coordinating domestic and global studies with external CMOs, vendors, and depots preferred.
• Knowledge of IRT/RTSM, CTM packaging/labeling, and regulatory expectations such as FDA, GxP is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end clinical supply strategy, planning, and execution across early- and late-phase programs.
• Manage IP inventory, labeling, packaging, distribution, and reconciliation with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee vendor relationships, contracts, POs, and budget for Clinical Supply activities.

Skills

Clinical Supply Chain

Vendor Management

Project Management

Regulatory Compliance

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

BS/BA in life sciences or related

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Project

Job description

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) seeks a Clinical Supply Manager to oversee IP planning, labeling, packaging, and distribution for clinical studies. The role partners with CMC, Regulatory Affairs, QA, Clinical Operations, CMOs, and vendors to ensure on-time IP availability and compliant supply execution.

The position requires experience in clinical supplies management, risk assessment, and cross-functional coordination, with strong project management and regulatory knowledge.