Provide tactical oversight of the end-to-end supply chain for assigned GSK R&D clinical studies, from protocol review through to study close-out and reconciliation.
Define detailed demand and supply plans for investigational drugs or treatments that consistently deliver on time to patients while ensuring that supply chain performance supports published study milestones.
Review and influence clinical protocols relative to investigational product supply and determine optimal, patient-focused, risk-adjusted and cost-effective supply plans.
Act as the single point of contact between the clinical study team and clinical supply operations for study set-up, timelines, issue resolution and communication of supply status, risks and milestones.
Create and maintain study supply plans and logistics parameters (including depot and pack site inventory policies) in relevant planning systems and follow up to ensure supply-related milestones are met.
Manage relationships with depots, logistics partners and internal stakeholders to ensure timely, GxP-compliant delivery and continuity of clinical supplies.
Maintain study-related documentation (SOPs, guidance, training material) and track study KPIs to identify trends and drive proactive issue resolution and continuous improvement.

University degree in life sciences, pharmacy, logistics, engineering or related field.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in clinical supply management, clinical operations or logistics for clinical trials.
Experience with clinical trial study designs and approaches and their implications for investigational product supply chains.
Demonstrated knowledge of investigational product supply management, inventory management and supply chain/planning principles.
Proven ability to manage multiple and complex projects requiring strong problem-solving and innovative thinking to address global supply challenges.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements including GMP, GCP and a solid understanding of the drug development process across phases I–IV.
Experience with IRT/IVRS/IWRS systems, particularly for supply management and patient randomisation.
Strong organisational and planning skills with excellent written and oral communication, and demonstrated ability to work with aggressive, changing timelines and limited information.
Ability to lead and work effectively within cross-functional teams across functional and geographical boundaries, with operational expertise in risk management and contingency planning and strong analytical and strategic thinking.
Fluent English (written and spoken); additional local language skills are an advantage.

Clinical Trial Supply Manager

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