Study Supply Manager

AstraZeneca; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-term incentives

Equity-based awards

Commission plans

Retirement programs

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking a Study Supply Manager to support Radioconjugates clinical studies, collaborating with Global Study Teams and external vendors to ensure clinical drug product needs are met across multiple programs.

This role builds strong relationships, acts as a key resource and escalation point, and contributes to strategy for clinical drug supply, translating objectives into actionable plans. You will identify risks and implement effective mitigation across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• MS/PhD, PharmD with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Demand planning, forecasting and analytical skills.
• Advanced problem-solving ability.
• Flexibility in working hours for global activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Sense of urgency for quick decisions when needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Global Study Teams and stakeholders.
• Define, negotiate and communicate clinical supply plan timelines.
• Escalate and resolve issues with Clinical Logistics, CROs, and related teams.
• Lead process improvements and system enhancements for operational excellence.
• Support creation/maintenance of Radioconjugates handling manuals.
• Oversee ordering, tracking, and delivery of clinical supplies to sites.
• Lead monthly capacity planning to align with programs and schedules.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality to address shipping issues and deviations.
• Monitor supply chain risks across programs and implement mitigations.

Skills

5+ years exp

ICH GCP

Demand forecasting

Analytical skills

Advanced problem solving

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Urgency and decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree

MS/PhD/PharmD

Job description

Introduction to role

The Study Supply Manager will support Radioconjugates clinical studies, collaborating with Global Study Teams and external vendors to ensure clinical drug product needs are met across multiple programs. This role builds strong relationships, acts as a key resource and escalation point, and contributes to the creation of strategy for clinical drug supply, translating strategic objectives into clear, actionable plans. Working both within clinical drug supply and cross-functionally, the Study Supply Manager helps develop consistent practices, routinely identifies risks in the supply chain, recommend mitigation plans to management, and implements effective solutions. Ready to help shape how life-changing radioconjugate studies are supplied and delivered?

The Study Supply Manager will support Radioconjugates clinical studies, collaborating with Global Study Teams and external vendors to ensure clinical drug product needs are met across multiple programs. This role builds strong relationships, acts as a key resource and escalation point, and contributes to the creation of strategy for clinical drug supply, translating strategic objectives into clear, actionable plans. Working both within clinical drug supply and cross-functionally, the Study Supply Manager helps develop consistent practices, routinely identifies risks in the supply chain, recommend mitigation plans to management, and implements effective solutions. Ready to help shape how life-changing radioconjugate studies are supplied and delivered?

Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across Global Study Teams, Quality, Radiation Science and CMC, ensuring alignment on study needs and timelines.
• Ensure key project milestones are met by defining, negotiating and communicating clinical supply plan timelines to internal and external stakeholders and partners.
• Serve as an escalation point to Clinical Logistics, Clinical Operations, CMC and/or CROs, resolving issues quickly and effectively.
• Participate in functional initiatives, including process development and review, and system/process improvement to drive operational excellence.
• Support the creation and maintenance of Radioconjugates pharmacy manuals to enable safe and compliant handling at clinical sites.
• Oversee ordering, tracking, delivery and receipt of clinical supplies and drug to clinical sites, ensuring availability for patients when needed.
• Lead monthly network capacity planning so that supply plans are aligned with clinical programs, manufacturing schedules and quality capabilities.
• Collaborate with Radio Pharm Manufacturing and Quality to manage any issues arising during shipping and/or receipt, communicating delays to the clinical team and, when applicable, managing deviations and corrective/preventive actions.
• Continuously monitor supply chain risks across multiple programs, propose mitigation strategies and implement agreed actions to protect study continuity.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of relevant experience OR a MS, PhD, or PharmD with 2+ years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of ICH GCP Guidelines and local and international regulatory requirements.
• Demand planning, forecasting and analytical skills.
• Advanced problem-solving ability
• Flexibility in working hours to deal with Global supply activities.
• Have excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills and comfort working with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Must have sense of urgency and be comfortable pulling together stakeholders to make quick decisions as needed.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Certification in Supply Chain and Operations Management (i.e. – CSCP, CPIM) preferred
• Prior experience in radiopharmaceutical/pharmaceutical product distribution of Class 7 Dangerous goods including import/export

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

AstraZeneca offers the chance to follow the science in Oncology, working with radioconjugates at the forefront of innovation, supported by an ambitious pipeline and significant investment. Here, bold ideas turn into real impact as teams combine cutting-edge technology, integrated data and collaborative research with leading academic and clinical partners. Curiosity is encouraged, smart risk-taking is supported, and every role contributes directly to advancing new molecular entities that aim to transform outcomes for people living with cancer.

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $97,953 to $146,929. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans

Date Posted

26-Aug-2026

Closing Date

11-Sep-2026

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