Clinical Supply Chain Project Leader

Job title:

Clinical Supply Chain Project Leader.

Location:

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. Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission — where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research.

In R&D, you’ll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions.

About Sanofi:
We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

• CSC Strategy & Implementation
  • 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
• Study Management Oversight
  • 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
• CSC Representation & Stakeholder Communication
  • 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…