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Clinical Supply Chain Manager (Home or Reading/London based)

Summary of the role

The Clinical Supply Chain Manager is responsible for the strategic planning and execution of new clinical trial supply chains. This involves the ability to interpret a clinical trial protocol in conjunction with other key study information in order to create an appropriate kit design and formulate a strong supply plan. The Clinical Supply Chain Manager will lead internal and external partners, to ensure delivery of the supply plan in accordance with study timelines.   

Key Activities and Responsibilities:

• 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 learning 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 mitigation executed

Qualifications/requirements

• University degree in a science or business function (Preferred not essential)
• Related industry experience in Clinical Trials (Essential)
• 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

IQVIA

• FORTUNE Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies list for the third year in a row
• Recognised by the 2016 Scrip Awards as the Best Full-service Provider Contract Research Organization (CRO)
• Awarded the 2016 Eagle Award from the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS) for the 4th consecutive year. A site-nominated award recognising contract research organizations (CRO) and biopharmaceutical sponsors dedicated to building positive relationships with research sites through leadership, professionalism and integrity
• IQVIA™ named in The International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP) 2017 Global Outsourcing 100® List which recognizes the world’s best service providers across a range of industries.

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