Global Team Leader - Supply Chain Recruitment Job Title: Head of Clinical Supply Chain
Location: Poland, Switzerland, Germany, Denmark (with travel)
Reports To: [Insert reporting line, e.g., VP of Operations or Director of Supply Chain]
Travel Requirements: 20% (Poland, Switzerland, Germany, and Denmark)
Interviewing Period: Starting February 3rd, 2025
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Head of Clinical Supply Chain to lead our dynamic team of supply chain, logistics, and procurement managers across Poland, Switzerland, Germany, and Denmark. This is a pivotal role where you will oversee the end-to-end management of clinical supply logistics, materials management, and ensure seamless supply chain operations for our clinical trials.
In this position, you will be responsible for driving the overall efficiency and effectiveness of clinical supply chain activities, optimizing the logistics and procurement processes, and ensuring that materials are delivered on time and in compliance with regulations. You will lead a talented team and be the key point of contact for all matters related to logistics, supply, and material management across the region.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Team Management:
Lead and develop a cross-functional team of 4 Supply Chain, Logistics, and Procurement Managers across multiple countries (Poland, Switzerland, Germany, and Denmark).
Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities for direct reports.
Establish clear goals, KPIs, and performance metrics to ensure the team's success and alignment with business objectives.
Logistics and Supply Chain Oversight:
Oversee the planning and execution of logistics activities for clinical trials, ensuring that materials are available when needed and transported efficiently across borders.
Ensure timely and compliant delivery of clinical supplies to various sites, adhering to cold-chain and temperature-sensitive requirements where applicable.
Drive supply chain optimization to reduce costs while maintaining compliance with Good Distribution Practices (GDP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and regulatory requirements.
Material Management:
Develop and implement robust strategies for material management to ensure that clinical trial supplies are properly tracked, stored, and distributed across clinical trial sites.
Work closely with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., clinical trial managers, vendors, and logistics providers) to ensure that inventory levels are monitored and maintained efficiently.
Procurement and Vendor Management:
Manage relationships with key suppliers, vendors, and third-party logistics providers to ensure the delivery of high-quality services and materials.
Negotiate and manage procurement contracts to optimize costs and ensure the timely procurement of materials.
Strategic Planning and Process Improvement:
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in supply chain processes, logistics, and materials management.
Implement best practices, automation tools, and technologies to enhance supply chain efficiency, reduce lead times, and improve visibility across the network.
Cross-Regional Collaboration:
Foster strong collaboration with internal stakeholders, including clinical operations, regulatory, quality assurance, and finance teams.
Manage the regional supply chain to ensure alignment with global strategies, and provide regular updates to senior management on supply chain performance.
Risk Management and Compliance:
Develop and execute risk management strategies to mitigate disruptions to the supply chain.
Ensure compliance with all relevant clinical trial regulations, quality standards, and health authority requirements.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
8+ years of experience in clinical supply chain management, logistics, and material management, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
Strong background in managing cross-functional teams and overseeing logistics operations across multiple countries.
Industry Knowledge:
Solid understanding of clinical trial processes, pharmaceutical regulations, supply chain logistics, and GMP/GDP standards.
Experience working within highly regulated environments, preferably in the clinical or pharmaceutical sectors.
Language Skills:
Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in additional languages (e.g., Polish, German, French) is a plus.
If you would like to be considered for this role please apply!
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