Clinical Supply Chain Manager

Overview

In this role, you will be responsible for shaping and driving the end-to-end supply strategy for new and ongoing clinical trials. Using your ability to translate complex study protocols into robust supply plans, you’ll ensure that all components are supported for seamless study execution. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners, leading them through the planning and delivery of a supply chain that meets the highest quality standards and study timelines.

Initially, you will be supporting major Phase III Global programs in Narcolepsy and other trials.

• Thoroughly read and interpret clinical trial protocols to create and execute an effective clinical trial supply chain planning and execution.
• Create and maintain demand forecasts and packaging plans so that packed clinical supplies are readily available in accordance with the project requirements.
• Provide ongoing budget tracking activities so that projects are run efficiently and in accordance with management-approved vendor quotations.
• Initiate and oversee the assigned vendor(s) to ensure on-time delivery.
• Lead client and vendor‑related meetings where necessary to discuss clinical supply chain topics or status updates.
• Create an appropriate distribution plan and have oversight of the assigned vendor(s) executing it.
• Setup, monitor, and where necessary, update study‑assigned Interactive Response Technology (IRT) systems to ensure study inventory is effectively managed.
• Conduct thorough and regular risk management assessments to ensure all risks are systematically reviewed and appropriate mitigations are executed.
• Create master English label text in accordance with the relevant regulatory framework (e.g., Annex 13).
• Work independently and proactively to ensure that the supply of all trial materials is delivered to the right place at the right time.
• Create a Temperature Excursion management plan.
• Manage the review and assessment process of Temperature Excursions reported to the Clinical Trial Supplies team.
• Support investigational product returns, reconciliation, and destruction activities.
• Assist with the preparation of reconciliation reports and final accountability documentation, as required.
• Maintain 100% compliance on all assigned training and applicable best practices.
• Stay up to date with all GxP and regulatory requirements applicable to the role.
• Experience supporting multiple clinical trials concurrently.
• Knowledge of GxP requirements, inspection readiness, and audit support.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical supply chain, global clinical trial operations, logistics, and regulated (GxP) life sciences environments.
• Strong project management, vendor management, communication, and organizational skills with high attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced supply chain and logistics environment.
• Proficiency with tools and systems to support logistics and supply chain (e.g., IRT, RTSM, SAP, etc.).

• Completed undergraduate degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Life Sciences, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Remote position with core hours from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST. Candidates can be located in EST or CST time zones.

This is a Contract position based out of New York, NY.

The pay range for this position is $70.00 – $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.