[Hiring] Supply and Logistics Specialist @Parexel

Role Description

The Supply & Logistics Specialist (SLS)/(Senior) Supply & Logistics Specialist (SrSLS) will support the Supply & Logistics Project Manager (SLPM) with the development and application of the study specific supply chain strategy including the sourcing and distribution strategy and the technical management for Clinical Trial Supply and Logistics projects.

The SLS/SrSLS supports the CTS&L teams by applying and executing supply chain to achieve client satisfaction and delivery of projects/programs on time, to budget, to the highest quality and in compliance with ICH GCP and GxP.

The SLS/SrSLS has responsibility for the execution of the CTS&L strategy on the project.

Key Accountabilities

• Project Management:
  • Engage with SLPM to develop logistics concepts and solutions to meet client satisfaction and project profitability.
  • Keep up to date with study scope and progress to ensure timelines and budgets are met according to contractual agreements.
  • Ensure study specific management tools and documents are in place.
  • Manage resources assigned to the project to ensure appropriate CTS&L FTE allocation.
• Financial Management:
  • Pass Thru Cost (PTC) management with controls and reporting of costs for internal service fees and external providers.
• Operational Strategy and Management:
  • Collaborate with the team to develop a clinical supply, sourcing, and distribution strategy.
  • Communicate with 3rd party providers and negotiate scope of work in conjunction with procurement.
  • Develop and plan inventory according to strategy, quantities, and forecast.
  • Develop supply schedule, seek feedback from the Clinical team on study progress, and adjust accordingly.
• (Senior) Ensure Quality and Process Improvement:
  • Identify and initiate process improvements.
  • Mentor Clinical Supply Specialists and Clinical Supply Assistants.

Qualifications

• Client focused approach to work.
• Ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and prioritize workload with attention to detail.
• Proven consultative selling and negotiation, communication, and customer management skills.
• Ability to support team members.
• Ability to develop creative solutions.
• Sound/Excellent operational understanding.
• Self-Motivated with a professional attitude.
• Capacity to work effectively in a matrix environment and value the importance of teamwork.
• Basic Project management skills.
• Proficient use of MS Office suite.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Good/Very good understanding of the GxP regulatory framework.

Knowledge and Experience

• Extensive experience in the pharmaceutical/Clinical research/consulting industry.
• Profound/Superior experience in clinical logistics or related field within the biopharmaceutical industry.
• Project management experience.
• Strong understanding of cross-functional activities.
• Profound multinational work experience.
• Fluent in English.

Education

• Educated to B.A/B.S. or Master's degree, or equivalent (e.g. Pharm. D.), in biology, pharmacy, or other health-related discipline, international trade, business administration, or logistics, or relevant work experience.