Supply Chain Specialist

Talentify; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Medpace in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a full-time Supply Chain Specialist to join the Clinical Operations team. The role partners with cross-functional teams to identify vendors and products for clinical trials and ensures lead times align with study timelines, supporting timely PO placement.

Responsibilities include coordinating startup timelines, communicating with vendors, adjusting plans as study needs change, and driving continuous improvement in supply chain processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in related fields (Business Administration, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Life Sciences).
• 3–5 years of managing vendors, purchasing, fulfillment, or logistics experience.
• Experience working and leading in cross-functional environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepares Supply Chain startup timelines with internal colleagues and leads efforts to ensure the supply chain design meets study deliverables.
• Communicates regularly with vendors to understand current capabilities and product offerings that may align with Clinical Trial needs.
• Adjust plans and iterate Supply Chain setup when study requirements change.
• Maintain consistent communication with internal teammates on status of deliverables and any unforeseen issues.
• Assist in maintaining and reviewing vendor performance ratings.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that further streamline our processes.

Skills

Vendor management

Purchasing

Fulfillment

Logistics

Cross-functional

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Our clinical operations activities are growing rapidly, and along with it our Supply Chain is growing more complex. We are currently seeking a full-time, Supply Chain Specialist to join our Clinical Operations team. This position partners with cross functional teams to identify the right vendors and products that will meet the needs of a given clinical trial. The Supply Chain Specialist will ensure lead times for vendor supplied products align with study timelines and partner with Purchasing for timely PO placement. If you are a 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepares Supply Chain startup timelines with internal colleagues and leads efforts to ensure the supply chain design meets study deliverables.
• Communicates regularly with vendors to understand current capabilities & product offerings that may align with Clinical Trial needs.
• Adjust plans & iterate Supply Chain setup when study requirements change.
• Maintain consistent communication with internal teammates on status of deliverables and any unforeseen issues.
• Assist in maintaining & reviewing vendor performance ratings.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that further streamline our processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Related fields: Business Administration, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, or Life Sciences
• 3-5 years of Managing Vendors, Purchasing, Fulfillment or Logistics experience. 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.

• Bachelor’s degree required. Related fields: Business Administration, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, or Life Sciences
• 3-5 years of Managing Vendors, Purchasing, Fulfillment or Logistics experience. 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
• Prepares Supply Chain startup timelines with internal colleagues and leads efforts to ensure the supply chain design meets study deliverables.
• Communicates regularly with vendors to understand current capabilities & product offerings that may align with Clinical Trial needs.
• Adjust plans & iterate Supply Chain setup when study requirements change.
• Maintain consistent communication with internal teammates on status of deliverables and any unforeseen issues.
• Assist in maintaining & reviewing vendor performance ratings.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that further streamline our processes.