Senior Specialist, Supply Chain Management

Role Summary

• Review clinical trial synopsis and/or protocols to understand IMP supply and demand requirements.
• Assist in packaging and supply strategy development using Excel or SaaS based forecasting tools to maximize efficiency and minimize waste while maintaining a low risk profile.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors including packaging suppliers, distribution centers, freight forwarders, and courier services.
• Support domestic and international logistics for clinical studies by ensuring timely and compliant delivery across the supply network, monitoring shipment visibility, and helping resolve logistics deviations including delays, temperature excursions, and customs issues.
• Support the Demand & Operations Planning (D&OP) process across assigned studies in collaboration with Supply Chain Operations.
• Monitor and report inventory levels at depots and clinical sites through the life of a trial; alert supply lead to avoid potential supply issues.
• Assist in developing requests for proposals for packaging, labeling, storage, and distribution.
• Review vendor invoices and provide input for accruals and budget tracking as applicable.
• Support vendor performance monitoring and governance reporting.
• Ensure supply chain activities adhere to GMP, GDP, and applicable regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA, ICH).
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of SOPs and work instructions to support operational excellence.
• Support regulatory inspections and audits through thorough documentation and record-keeping.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Ideal Candidate

• B.S. in Supply Chain Management, Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related field with 6+ years of relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, or operations.
• Experience with inventory and supply chain management in a biotech, pharmaceutical, or clinical environment strongly preferred.