Clinical Supply Chain Project Leader

Job Title
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Clinical Supply Chain Project Leader

Location
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Cambridge, MA

The Clinical Supply Chain Project Leader (CSC-PL) is accountable for IMP supply with respect to timelines, quality and budget for a given project.

The CSC-PL is responsible to:

• Defines and implements the CSC Strategy at project level.
• Oversees study management activities ensuring adherence to plan.
• Represents CSC at project level.

The CSC-PL will also ensure clear, concise, consistent, and timely communication with stakeholders and act as a change agent through the leadership of global initiatives targeting process improvement and engaging all partners throughout the clinical supply chain.

• Define and implement clinical supply chain strategy aligned with CSC KPIs and project objectives.
• Assess study design feasibility ( card, abbreviated protocol stages) and optimize project delivery.
• Influence label & pack outsourcing and distribution network strategy decisions.
• Monitor supply chain performance (cost, lead times, quality) using KPIs and digital tools.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation across clinical supply chain operations.

• Lead CSC-Study Leaders and oversee all operational activities ensuring compliance with GCP/GMP standards.
• Ensure CSC strategy harmonization across multiple trials with adherence to timelines and budget.
• Monitor plan execution, identify risks, and implement mitigation plans.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and reduce lead times and costs.
• Serve as primary point of contact for project team and coordinate PAI preparation.

• Provide CSC expertise and contribute to project decision‑making in project meetings.
• Escalate IMP/device/AXMP/comparator issues and propose mitigation strategies.
• Interact with GPH, CMC leaders, and clinical leaders to integrate CSC requirements into project strategy.
• Report progress and issues to CSC Leadership Team.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and provide feedback on contractor performance.

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 5+ years OR Master’s degree with at least 3+ years preferably in health sciences or related disciplines (engineering, pharmacy, chemistry, biology, etc.).

• Experience in pharmaceutical industry, preferably within clinical supply chain, clinical operations, or manufacturing environments.
• Project management experience.

• Experience with GxP regulations and IMP requirements.
• Any experience with N-SIDE forecasting systems, IRT systems preferred.
• Risk management experience.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in engaging and ensuring collaboration across different functions.
• Excellent workload prioritization within a dynamic, timeline‑driven, culturally diverse organization.
• Advanced organizational, planning, and prioritization skills with effective problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Excellent communication (written and oral), negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to build and maintain efficient professional relationships with partners and stakeholders.
• Experience operating in cross‑cultural and complex organizational matrices.
• Self‑driven with effective time management skills.

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future‑focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well‑crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high‑quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender‑neutral parental leave.
• Be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies that reflect real‑world needs.
• Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.
• Work at the forefront of drug discovery,…