Clinical Supply Chain Manager (home-based), Madrid

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Clinical Supply Chain Manager (home-based), Madrid

Client: IQVIA

Location: Madrid, Spain

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 06.03.2025

Expiry Date: 20.04.2025

Job Description:

Job Overview
The Clinical Supply Chain Manager is responsible for managing the strategic planning and execution of a program of assigned clinical supply chain projects. The Clinical Supply Chain Manager will support the ongoing development and optimization of the Clinical Trial Supplies department and processes.

Essential Functions

1. Interpret clinical trial protocols to create and execute an effective clinical trial supply chain solution.
2. Create master English label text in accordance with relevant regulatory framework.
3. Create and maintain demand forecasts and packaging plans so that packed clinical supplies are readily available in accordance with the project requirements.
4. Initiate packaging campaigns with the assigned vendor and provide oversight to ensure on-time delivery.
5. Setup, monitor, and where necessary, update study assigned Interactive Response Technology (IRT) systems to ensure study inventory is effectively managed.
6. Create an appropriate distribution plan and have oversight of the assigned vendor(s) executing it.
7. 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.
8. Provide ongoing budget tracking activities so that projects are run efficiently and in accordance with client approved quotations.
9. Maintains 100% compliance on all assigned training and applies learnings to everyday practice.
10. Remain up to date in all GxP and regulatory requirements applicable to the role.
11. Leads client and vendor related meetings where necessary to discuss clinical supply chain topics or status updates.
12. Creates a Temperature Excursion management plan.
13. Manages the review and assessment process of Temperature Excursions reported to the IQVIA Clinical Trial Supplies team.
14. Conducts thorough and regular risk management assessments to ensure all risks are systematically reviewed and appropriate mitigations are executed.
15. Support client bid defence meetings as required.
16. Supports the development and optimizations of the CTS department and processes.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in a science or business function (Preferred not essential).
2. 2-3 Years industry experience in Clinical Trials (Essential).
3. 2-3 Years experience in Clinical Supply Chain Management (Essential).
4. 2-3 Years with IRT systems.
5. Ability to demonstrate good project management skills.
6. Ability to create effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
7. Ability to demonstrate effective communication and direction.
8. Ability to problem solve.
9. Proficient in the English language.

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