Senior Clinical Supply Chain Manager

The Senior Clinical Supply Chain Manager is responsible for managing the strategic planning and execution of a programme of assigned clinical supply chain projects. The Senior Clinical Supply Chain Manager will support the ongoing development and optimisation of the Clinical Trial Supplies department and processes.

Essential Functions

• Interpret clinical trial protocols to create and execute an effective clinical trial supply chain solution
• Create master English label text in accordance with relevant regulatory framework (e.g. Annex 13)
• Create and maintain demand forecasts and packaging plans so that packed clinical supplies are readily available in accordance with the project requirements
• Initiate packaging campaigns with the assigned vendor and provide oversight to ensure on-time delivery
• Setup, monitor, and where necessary, update study assigned Interactive Response Technology (IRT) systems to ensure study inventory is effectively managed
• Create an appropriate distribution plan and have oversight of the assigned vendor(s) executing it
• Ability to work independently and proactively to ensure that the supply of all trial materials is delivered to the right place at the right time
• Provide ongoing budget tracking activities so that projects are run efficiently and in accordance with client approved quotations
• Maintains 100% compliance on all assigned training and applies learnings to everyday practice
• Remain up to date in all GxP and regulatory requirements applicable to the role
• Leads client and vendor related meetings where necessary to discuss clinical supply chain topics or status updates
• Creates a Temperature Excursion management plan
• Manages the review and assessment process of Temperature Excursions reported to the IQVIA Clinical Trial Supplies team
• Conducts thorough and regular risk management assessments to ensure all risks are systematically reviewed and appropriate mitigations are executed
• Support client bid defence meetings as required
• Supports the development and optimisation of the CTS department and processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a science or business function (Preferred not essential)
• 3-5 Years industry experience in Clinical Trials (Essential)
• 3-5 Years experience in Clinical Supply Chain Management (Essential)
• Ability to demonstrate good project management skills
• Ability to create effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to demonstrate effective communication and direction
• Ability to problem solve
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint etc)
• Proficient in the English language