Clinical Supply Chain Manager

Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom

Belgrade, Serbia

Lisbon, Portugal

Paris, France

Budapest, Hungary

Prague, Czech Republic

Sofia, Bulgaria

Madrid, Spain

Bucuresti, Romania

Full time

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Step into a role where strategy meets impact. As a Clinical Supply Chain Manager , you will shape and drive the end‑to‑end supply strategy for new clinical trials. Using your ability to translate complex study protocols into smart kit designs and robust supply plans, you’ll ensure that every element is aligned for seamless study execution.

In this key position, you’ll collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners, leading them through the planning and delivery of a supply chain that meets highest quality standards and study timelines.

If you enjoy combining analytical thinking with operational leadership, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to advancing clinical research.

Your responsibilities might include:

• 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.

• Lead client and vendor related meetings where necessary to discuss clinical supply chain topics or status updates.

• Create a Temperature Excursion management plan.

• Manage 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree 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.

Please note this role is not eligible for UK visa sponsorship.

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IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

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