RCI-ROCG-42565 Clinical Drug Supplies Manager/Global Clinical Distribution Lead (Pharma/Medical Device/Biotech)

Original job posting

Manage end-to-end distribution activities and clinical inventory deployment across a global network of 24 depots. Coordinate on-time delivery performance and participate in cross-functional teams to ensure study requirements and patient demands are met.

Job details

Work Location: This is an onsite role located within the Roche Mississauga campus. Selected candidate is required to work at the Client Mississauga Campus minimum of three (3) times every week. Global Clinical Distribution Lead (GCDL) Role Summary The Global Clinical Distribution Team members have in-depth knowledge and understanding of clinical trial management, supply chain logistics, ERP systems and manage end-to-end distribution activities of a clinical study portfolio of varying complexity. Our team members are globally distributed across Kaiseraugst, Switzerland, South San Francisco, U.S. and Mississauga (Greater Toronto Area), Canada. As a member of the Study Management Chapter, you will manage the end-to-end distribution activities for a portfolio of clinical trials of varying complexity. Your responsibility includes deploying clinical inventory throughout the global distribution network consisting of 24 depots worldwide from the point of technical release through importation and delivery of the clinical drug to depots and clinical sites. The key responsibilities mentioned below highlight some focus areas; the actual role-based working setup may vary. Job Responsibilities As a Global Clinical Distribution Lead, you will play a variety of roles according to your experience, knowledge, and general business/team requirements, such as: Manage the On-time Delivery Performance for network supply shipments in the distribution network to meet study requirements and patient demand Effective participation and engagement on Protocol Execution Teams (PETs), Global Supply Execution Teams (gSETs), and ad-hoc distribution-related meetings on behalf of PTDS Drive resolution of operational and system matters impacting on-time delivery collaborating with providers internal and external Execute and coordinate network depot supply in coordination with the Clinical Demand and Supply Leader and other partners as needed Lead and participate in cross-functional and internal distribution-related projects and process improvement initiatives supporting the global distribution and PTDS strategy Execute with the highest level of accuracy in the CLARA system and perform 1st and 2nd-level diagnostics Operate within a GMP-compliant environment, ensuring adherence to quality procedures in place Processing event records such as quality incidents as well as CAPAs and Changes (Planned Events) if applicable Mindset and Behaviors You are action-oriented and can influence both internal and external stakeholders You demonstrate curiosity, active listening, and a willingness to experiment and test new ideas when appropriate, focusing on continuous learning and improvement You have a collaborative and agile mindset, actively looking to contribute to cross-functional teams and develop a self-directed team organization You solve problems and can manage complex situations autonomously You can manage multiple tasks and priorities Required Experience and Education Strong SAP / ERP systems knowledge and experience Experience in cross-functional/cross-cultural and agile organizational models 2-4 years’ experience in Clinical Trial Management, logistics, warehouse management, or other Supply Chain disciplines, preferably in the Biotechnology / Pharmaceutical industry Degree (BA, BS, MS, MBA) in Business (Operations Management or Supply Chain Management), Biotechnology or relevant field APICS and/or SCOR certification a plus Operational Excellence/ Six Sigma/ Lean training a plusb

What you’ll do

Manage end-to-end distribution activities and clinical inventory deployment across a global network of 24 depots. Coordinate on-time delivery performance and participate in cross-functional teams to ensure study requirements and patient demands are met.

Requirements

Requires 2-4 years of experience in clinical trial management or supply chain, preferably within the biotech or pharma industry. A degree in Business, Biotechnology, or a relevant field is required, with SAP/ERP knowledge being essential.

Listed skills

• SAP · Preferred
• ERP systems · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Clinical Trial Management
• Supply Chain Logistics
• ERP Systems
• SAP
• Warehouse Management
• GMP Compliance
• Project Management
• Process Improvement
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Inventory Deployment
• CAPA
• Quality Incident Processing

Job areas

• Logistics
• Healthcare
• Manufacturing
• Science & Research
• Management & Leadership