Supply Chain Specialist

Job Summary:
Our clinical operations activities are growing rapidly, and along with it our Supply Chain is growing more complex. We are currently seeking a full-time, Supply Chain Specialist to join our Clinical Operations team. This position partners with cross functional teams to identify the right vendors and products that will meet the needs of a given clinical trial. The Supply Chain Specialist will ensure lead times for vendor supplied products align with study timelines and partner with Purchasing for timely PO placement. If you are an early career Supply Chain Professional that wants an exciting opportunity where you leverage your previous expertise, have the freedom to drive process improvements and can grow your career even further, then this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities:

- Prepares Supply Chain startup timelines with internal colleagues and leads efforts to ensure the supply chain design meets study deliverables.
- Communicates regularly with vendors to understand current capabilities & product offerings that may align with Clinical Trial needs.
- Adjust plans & iterate Supply Chain setup when study requirements change.
- Maintain consistent communication with internal teammates on status of deliverables and any unforeseen issues.
- Assist in maintaining & reviewing vendor performance ratings.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that further streamline our processes

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree required. Related fields: Business Administration, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, or Life Sciences
- 3-5 years of Managing Vendors, Purchasing, Fulfillment or Logistics experience. Clinical Trial experience is a plus but not required.
- Demonstrated experience working and leading in a cross functional environment.
- Ability to work with internal and external customers/vendors to meet project-specific goals
- Ability to manage high volume work and meet rigorous deadlines
- Knowledge of transportation/logistics - customs terminology is preferred
- Flexibility to strategically manage negotiations with mínimal oversight
- Ability to interact with site, clients, and other functional areas as project contact for escalated Supply
- Chain issues and questions
- Ability to manage time and project requirements based on study deliverables

Medpace Overview:
Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 4,000 people across almost 40 countries.

Why Medpace?:
When you join Medpace, you become part of a team dedicated to supporting the development of ground-breaking drugs and devices. Our employees provide hope for those living with debilitating diseases. We invite you to be a part of something that is impacting millions of people around the globe while enjoying a competitive total compensation and benefits package and internal growth opportunities.

**Awards**:

- Medpace historically named a Top Cincinnati Workplace by the Cincinnati Enquirer
- Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Mid-size Companies in 2021
- Medpace ranks amongst top CROs for site ratings across all 10 important attributes including CRA training, preparation & organization, accessibility of staff, open communication, and ensuring timely drug availability
- Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility
- Ranked in the top 10 on the 2021 LinkedIn Top Companies list in Cincinnati

**What to Expect Next**:
A member of our recruitment team will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted for an interview.
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