Supply Chain Director - Pharma Industry
- Director Level
- Location: Raleigh-Durham or Remote
Our client, a leading pharmaceuticals firm specializing within the gene therapy/cell therapy sector is in the end stages of commercializing their first product to hit the market, and is looking for a Supply Chain Director to provide global scope over the supply chain and manufacturing functions, as well as build out the team in 2021.
The Supply Chain Director - Pharma Industry is a newly created position within the business and is overseeing the clinical and commercial supply chain needs globally for the organization. The successful candidate will oversee: Warehouse Management, GMP Shipping/Receiving, Customer Service, Quality Assurance and Set up of ERP system. The ideal candidate also has experience in managing a supply chain network or developing a network with an organization undergoing phase 3 clinical trials or commercialization of product on a global scale (highly preferred qualification).
The Supply Chain Director - Pharma Industry will:
- Assess, analyze and optimize warehouse capacity including ambient and temperature-controlled storage locations
- Translate clinical protocol information into demand forecasts and supply strategies
- Lead the identification and review of manufacturing performance issues associated with schedule adherence and supply service, assigning accountability for root cause analysis and problem-solving activities and ensuring improvement targets are met
- Manage the development, negotiation and implementation of contract agreements with suppliers and (where applicable) in collaboration with Global Procurement
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements for all investigational and marketed products
- Contribute to end to end supply chain risk assessments and implement mitigation actions
The Supply Chain Director - Pharma Industry has the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Supply Chain, or Engineering
- 10+ years of experience with supply chain in a biotech / pharmaceutical environment (required)
- Experience in supply chain network management for clinical products moving into commercialization or phase 3 clinical trials
- Experience in a start up clinical supply chain environmental or for new product introduction