Entry-Level Supply Chain Coordinator

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

PTO

WFH flexibility

Job summary

Medpace is seeking an entry-level Supply Chain Coordinator for our Clinical Operations team in Cincinnati, OH. This office-based role partners with cross-functional teams to ensure timely vendor delivery and alignment with study timelines, while driving process improvements.

You will support inventory management, communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders, and help mitigate shortages and delays as study requirements evolve. This is an early-career role with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Operations, Supply Chain or Logistics preferred.
• Clinical Trial experience is a plus but not required.
• Demonstrated experience working and leading in a cross functional environment.
• Ability to work with internal and external customers/vendors to meet project-specific goals.
• Ability to manage high volume work and meet rigorous deadlines.
• Knowledge of transportation/logistics - customs terminology is preferred.
• Flexibility to strategically manage negotiations with minimal oversight.
• Ability to interact with site, clients, and other functional areas as project contact for escalated Supply Chain issues and questions.
• Ability to manage time and project requirements based on study deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Continuously reviews open orders reports and communicates need dates to vendors.
• Communicates delivery updates regularly with internal stakeholders and works to mitigate shortages and delays.
• Adjust plans & iterate Supply Chain setup when study requirements change.
• Effectively monitors flow of goods through the inventory management system and warehouse physical storage.
• Review’s study specific inventory and alerts teams to prevent stockouts.
• Assist in maintaining & reviewing vendor performance ratings.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that further streamline our processes.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Vendor negotiation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations, Supply Chain or Logistics

Job description

Job Summary

Our clinical operations activities are expanding, and along with it our Supply Chain is growing more complex. We are currently seeking entry-level candidates for our Supply Chain Coordinator role within our Clinical Operations team. This position partners with cross functional teams to ensure seamless communication with vendors in support of on-time delivery to Medpace and our partner sites. The Supply Chain Coordinator will ensure delivery commitments for vendors supplied products align with study timelines. If you are an early career Supply Chain Professional that wants an exciting opportunity where you leverage your previous expertise, have the freedom to drive process improvements and can grow your career even further, then this is the opportunity for you. *This position is fully office-based in Cincinnati, OH.

Responsibilities

• Continuously reviews open orders reports and communicates need dates to vendors.
• Communicates delivery updates regularly with internal stakeholders and works to mitigate shortages and delays.
• Adjust plans & iterate Supply Chain setup when study requirements change.
• Effectively monitors flow of goods through the inventory management system and warehouse physical storage.
• Review’s study specific inventory and alerts teams to prevent stockouts.
• Assist in maintaining & reviewing vendor performance ratings.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that further streamline our processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Operations, Supply Chain or Logistics preferred
• Clinical Trial experience is a plus but not required
• Demonstrated experience working and leading in a cross functional environment
• Ability to work with internal and external customers/vendors to meet project-specific goals
• Ability to manage high volume work and meet rigorous deadlines
• Knowledge of transportation/logistics - customs terminology is preferred
• Flexibility to strategically manage negotiations with minimal oversight
• Ability to interact with site, clients, and other functional areas as project contact for escalated Supply Chain issues and questions
• Ability to manage time and project requirements based on study deliverables

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

• • Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence

Collaborative Culture

• • Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.
  • Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable

Continuous Growth & Development

• • Office based environment with on-site mentors
  • Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities
  • Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development
  • Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career
  • An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly

Other Employee Benefits

• • Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance
  • Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits
  • Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training
  • Company-sponsored social events and intramural sports

Cincinnati Headquarters Experience

• • A modern corporate campus designed to support collaboration and productivity
  • Multiple on-site dining options in the heart of Madison Square
  • Free on-site parking
  • Convenient access to on-site 24-7 fitness and wellness facilities

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your application and if your profile matches our current needs, you will be contacted for an interview. While we review all applications carefully, we are unable to respond to every applicant, and only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.