ADVANCED BIO-LOGIC SOLUTIONS
MCS Supply Chain Sr. Associate
ADVANCED BIO-LOGIC SOLUTIONS, Thousand Oaks, California, United States, 91362
Location:
Hybrid
- Thousand Oaks, CA
Employment Type:
Contingent Worker (Contract, W2)
Contract Length:
12 months (possible extension)
Compensation:
$35/$40 per hour (based on experience)
Summary of the Role
Join a dynamic supply chain team at a big biopharma leader as a Global Study Planner. In this hybrid role, you will support all aspects of demand and supply planning for clinical and pre-clinical studies from initiation through study closure. You’ll ensure drug product supplies reach global sites, maintain inventory, minimize waste, and facilitate clear communication with stakeholders throughout the process. The role requires occasional onsite sessions with a virtual majority of the schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Manage worldwide demand and supply forecasts for assigned clinical studies
Translate Clinical Development product requirements into actionable global supply plans and update relevant planning systems
Gather demand requirements; drive production planning for Pre-Clinical and Clinical supplies
Leverage tools and systems such as forecasting software, SAP, hospital inventory/dosing systems, smart sheets, and dashboards to manage studies
Lead and participate in forecast meetings with key partners, ensuring effective supply/re-supply strategies
Develop and present project plans and timelines
Serve as the key liaison with Clinical Development, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs
Maintain and optimize inventory levels at depots and clinics to ensure uninterrupted supply
Initiate production and stock transfers for timely labeling, packaging, and shipment
Monitor metrics like Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Inventory to optimize supply and minimize risk
Identify and escalate supply chain risks to stakeholders
Support compliance with GxP/SOPs and prepare for audits
Required Experience & Skills
Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP
Demonstrated demand forecast and supply chain planning experience (pharmaceutical environment preferred)
Experience in a regulated environment: pharmaceutical, GMP, GxP, GDP, ICH guidelines, or Clinical Trial Directive expertise
Strong communication, verbal and written, presentation, and analytical skills
Effective influencing and leadership abilities
Proficiency with Excel
Ability to operate effectively in a team-based environment
Preferred Qualifications
SCPM and Smart Sheet experience
Top 3 Must Have Skills
1. Advanced Excel proficiency
2. Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems
3. Proven demand forecast and supply chain planning experience
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Independently manage demand and supply for both Pre-Clinical and Clinical studies;
Gather demand requirements, drive production, and track usage/inventory of investigational products;
Create and evaluate planning scenarios based on variable inputs;
Ensure global depot and clinic inventories meet demand while managing scrap risk;
Basic Qualifications
High school/GED + 2 years work experience
Associate’s and 6 months work experience
Bachelor’s
This posting is for Contingent Worker, not an FTE
Hybrid
- Thousand Oaks, CA
Employment Type:
Contingent Worker (Contract, W2)
Contract Length:
12 months (possible extension)
Compensation:
$35/$40 per hour (based on experience)
Summary of the Role
Join a dynamic supply chain team at a big biopharma leader as a Global Study Planner. In this hybrid role, you will support all aspects of demand and supply planning for clinical and pre-clinical studies from initiation through study closure. You’ll ensure drug product supplies reach global sites, maintain inventory, minimize waste, and facilitate clear communication with stakeholders throughout the process. The role requires occasional onsite sessions with a virtual majority of the schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Manage worldwide demand and supply forecasts for assigned clinical studies
Translate Clinical Development product requirements into actionable global supply plans and update relevant planning systems
Gather demand requirements; drive production planning for Pre-Clinical and Clinical supplies
Leverage tools and systems such as forecasting software, SAP, hospital inventory/dosing systems, smart sheets, and dashboards to manage studies
Lead and participate in forecast meetings with key partners, ensuring effective supply/re-supply strategies
Develop and present project plans and timelines
Serve as the key liaison with Clinical Development, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs
Maintain and optimize inventory levels at depots and clinics to ensure uninterrupted supply
Initiate production and stock transfers for timely labeling, packaging, and shipment
Monitor metrics like Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Inventory to optimize supply and minimize risk
Identify and escalate supply chain risks to stakeholders
Support compliance with GxP/SOPs and prepare for audits
Required Experience & Skills
Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP
Demonstrated demand forecast and supply chain planning experience (pharmaceutical environment preferred)
Experience in a regulated environment: pharmaceutical, GMP, GxP, GDP, ICH guidelines, or Clinical Trial Directive expertise
Strong communication, verbal and written, presentation, and analytical skills
Effective influencing and leadership abilities
Proficiency with Excel
Ability to operate effectively in a team-based environment
Preferred Qualifications
SCPM and Smart Sheet experience
Top 3 Must Have Skills
1. Advanced Excel proficiency
2. Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems
3. Proven demand forecast and supply chain planning experience
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Independently manage demand and supply for both Pre-Clinical and Clinical studies;
Gather demand requirements, drive production, and track usage/inventory of investigational products;
Create and evaluate planning scenarios based on variable inputs;
Ensure global depot and clinic inventories meet demand while managing scrap risk;
Basic Qualifications
High school/GED + 2 years work experience
Associate’s and 6 months work experience
Bachelor’s
This posting is for Contingent Worker, not an FTE