Senior Specialist, Clinical Supply Project Manager Inventory Manager – Hybrid

Job Description

The Global Clinical Supply (GCS) organization is accountable for managing the end-to-end integrated clinical supply chain across the full portfolio of clinical trials. GCS is accountable for the planning sourcing labellingpackagingand delivery of clinical supplies to clinical sites globally. The GCS Planning (Planning) organization is the key interface between clinical development teams and the operational/executional arms within the business.

Thisrole works within the PlanningExecution and InventoryManagementSection of the GCS Planning organization.Working independently the Inventory ManagerClinical Supplies Project Manager(IMCSPM)createsstrategic and operational plans associated withthe downstream activitiesofclinical suppliesfor their assigned studies.The primary function of theIM CSPMis planning theavailabilityof materials and subsequent movement through our depot networkand furtherthrough to distribution and management of materialsto theclinical site.The incumbent must havedemonstratedunderstanding of E2E product development process & connectivity between functions supporting pipeline (i.e. clinical development CMC supply chain & human health) and balancing needs of patients & ensuring stable supply of product.

Primary activities include but are not limited to:

• ParticipatesontheClinical Trial Team(CTT)andcollaborates closely withother functional area representatives to negotiate timelines and strategy for clinical supplies.

• Interacts withkey partners in both GCS (Logistics and Trade Distribution Operationsetc.) as well asotherorganizations such asGlobalClinicalTrialOperations (GCTO)headquarterand regional colleagues andGlobal Development Quality(GDQ)to address clinical supply related topics.

• Responsible and accountable forestablishingthe timelines for clinicalsupplyneedsper protocolandensuring a robustsignal for packagingand distribution forClinical Finished Goods (CFGs)

• Analyzes andanticipatesclinical studyrisks as they relate to clinical supply chain deliverables and prepares analyzes and/ordevelopsmitigation strategies for review with clinical partners and senior leaders.

• Responsible and accountable forutilizingkeytools/systemssuch as IRT & Microsoft PowerAppsSWMS Veeva MEDS MyLearning and other Microsoft Applicationsin the management of clinical supplies for assigned studies.

• Works directly in the SAP system toensure a robust andconsolidatedforecast forCFGs is maintained.

• Reportclinical supply chainincidents to support the gathering ofmetricsin GCSto describe business health. Participate inroot causingtoidentifyareas for operational improvement.

• Participates in initiation andtimelyprocessingof change controlsthrough collaboration with GCS Planning and other cross functional stakeholders andin accordance withestablished GCS planning SOPs/BPs and QMS Topic 3.4 Change Control Procedures and Work Instructions.

• Participates inauthoring and timely processing of deviation records as well as supportsdeviation investigations as required.

• Participatesin critical non-pipelineand complianceactivities in support ofGCS Planning (e.g. process improvement initiatives subject matter expert rolesSOP/BP development/maintenancecross functional projects etc.)

• Participates insupporting regulatory agency inspections for assigned trials as.

• Demonstrates high capability to solve unstructured problems make informed risk decisions considering both technical & business risks & influence portfolio decisions with facts and data

• Demonstrates ability to balance strategy with ability for tactical execution and has strong ownership & accountability of assigned work

• Focus on Customers & Patients.

• Make rapid disciplined decisions.

• Demonstrates Ethics & Integrity.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Bachelors Degree in business supply chain management engineering or scientific discipline orHigh School Diploma with10 yearsequivalentindustryexperience in Pharmaceutical Clinical Supply (packaging labelinglogisticsand clinical supply inventory management)

• At least5yearsofexperience in project management

• At least5years of experience in planning scheduling coordination and processing of supply chain activities or the equivalent

• Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills:abilityto effectively communicate with stakeholders at various levels including cross-functional teams senior management external vendors and clinical sites. Strong negotiation influencing and relationship-building skills to ensure alignment and collaboration in the supply planning process.

• Project Management Skills:strongknowledge of the principles of project management and clinical customer relationship management.

• Technical Proficiency: familiarity with supply chain systems and software (e.g.SAP or Oracle) and demand planning principlesas well as Microsoft Excel PowerPoint and Word

• Strong Analytical &Problem SolvingSkills: ability to analyze complex dataidentifytrends and make data-driven decisions tooptimizesupply chain processes.

• Flexibility & Adaptability:Demonstratesability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with the capability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and priorities.

• Detail Oriented & Organized: strong attention to detail in managing complex supply chainactivities; abilityto multitask prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines.

• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Proactive approach toidentifyprocess inefficiencies develop solutions and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the clinical supply planning function.

• Proficiencyin using supply chain management systems and software including experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP) demand planning tools and inventory management systems.

• Proven record in project / portfolio management.

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Clinical Practices (GCP) is highly desirable.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Results-orientation with the proven ability to execute on collaborative projects and develop subject matterexpertise

• Knowledge of order management supply chainoperationsand document control.

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Adaptability Adaptability Business Risks Change Management Clinical Development Clinical Supplies Management Clinical Supply Chain Management Clinical Trial Management Complex Data Analysis Cross-Functional Leadership Data Analysis Demand Planning Detail-Oriented Deviation Investigations Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Interpersonal Relationships Inventory Management Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) Portfolio Management Process Improvement Projects Project Management Risk Management Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Systems 2 more

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The salary range for this role is

$117000.00 - $184200.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employees position within the salary range will be based on several factors including but not limited to relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills geographic location government requirements and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive if applicable.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

Yes

Hazardous Material(s):

No

Job Posting End Date:

06/3/2026

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