Clinical Quality Assurance; CQA Manager

Position: Clinical Quality Assurance (CQA) Manager
Job Description

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Senior Manager, Supply Chain will be a member of the Supply Chain and Logistics (SCL) Team, reporting to the Director of Supply Chain and Logistics. This individual is responsible for ensuring supply continuity for both research and GMP functions. They will manage a team of materials managers that manage multiple inventories servicing various needs across both internal and external partners.

This individual will be vital in assuring that company reaches as many patients as possible by eliminating supply issues before they arise. This individual will also have the opportunity to establish inventory policies and procedures with far-reaching impact. They will be the primary escalation for supply issues and the primary contact for corrective action.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supply Chain Management: Develop and implement procurement strategies to balance quality, cost, and supply continuity.
• Inventory Control & Team Management: Manage a team of materials managers who ensure inventory of critical materials is available at all times.
• Supplier Relations: Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, manage change notifications or updates to material quality and ensure timely delivery of quality materials.
• Cost Management: Analyze market trends to achieve cost reductions while maintaining quality standards.
• Compliance: Ensure all material management activities comply with industry standards and GMP practices where applicable.
• Lifecycle Management: Identify areas of improvement in our overall supply chain strategy and implement accordingly with guidance from management.
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, an analytical field, or equivalent experience. Master's in supply chain or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in materials management, supply chain, or related, preferably within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience managing a team.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proven experience working with multiple parties to complete tasks, including managing competing priorities.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities that drive results through delegation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with ERP systems, data analytics platforms, and forecasting software
• Experience working with research organizations and contract manufacturers in a GRP/GMP setting.
• Experience working with cellular therapy products, and/or in eye banking a plus.
• CSCP, CPIM, CPSM or CPL a plus.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate.

We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.

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