Clinical Supply Chain Planner I
Contract
6 months (my guess is there is a chance to convert if they do well)
Start 10/29 (but I think 11/12 is more realistic)
$30-38 (no flex - max bill rate is $58 - would love to be at $36)
Process: video interview
Industry: Biotech, public company, 2300 employees, company growing (have commercial products)
Hours: full-time
Location: 300 Third St. Cambridge, MA (Kendall Square)
WFH situation: Hybrid (2-3 days per week onsite)
Background check: yes + drug screen
Vaccinated: no (but preferred)
Why open: Extra help (we recently had a similar job open so might be a refill for the Contractor who was hired). It's a junior Supply Chain job.
-Need VMS, mth/day of DOB and last 4 of social to submit in portal.
Must haves:
-Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Purchasing or Science
-0-2 years of supply chain experience
-Biotech, clinical, pharmacy or similar industry
-MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Preferred:
-CGMP or CGCP
-Smartsheet software
Job Description:
The Clinical Supply Chain Planner supports programs and protocols, in tandem with program leads; packaging, labeling, shipment and drug return logistical activities by interacting with internal and external customers and suppliers in order to accomplish project objectives. He/She will help drive these objectives through system related activities such Interactive Response Technology (IRT) and forecasting. The planner will also manage and maintain IMP distribution and returns drug plans and manages Clinical Supplies Documentation associated with assigned program, to maintain GMP. The planner also monitors inventory levels and provides feedback to Program leads and their direct Clinical Supply Manager regarding expiry and re-supply. If required participates in Clinical Supplies group developmental initiatives, as assigned, and needed.
The Clinical Supply Planner has exceptional communication skills, exposure and/or knowledge of programs including Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, MS Project, and MS Office. Experience with cGMP and/or cGCP is a plus.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Supports manager with program objectives, which may include protocol budget, monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and strive to achieve relevant cost saving targets through system related platforms such as IRT and forecast/planning systems
Supports manager in maintaining collaborative relationships with Clinical Operations, Global planning, and vendors to assure the complete scope of planning
Skills:
Proficient knowledge of Smartsheet, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, etc)
Understanding of end to end clinical supply chain activity a plus
Experience with supply/demand forecasting systems a plus (eg. NSIDE, Bioclinica, 4G, Oracle, etc)
Experience with IRT systems a plus
Strong understanding of GxP a plus
Demonstrated flexibility to adapt to external environmental influences through identifying new strategies and tactics
Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication, collaboration, and influencing skills
Ability to multi-task and manage complex challenges
Experience:
-BS degree in Life Sciences, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering
-0-2 years of relevant experience
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