| Location | Marlborough, MA (Remote) |
Job ID: 37827306
Company: Sigma Systems
Location: Remote – United States
Duration: 12-Month Contract
Work Arrangement: 100% Remote
Sigma Systems is seeking an experienced Senior Clinical Project Manager with a strong background in pharmaceutical or biotechnology supply chain management to support our client's commercial and late-stage clinical product operations.
The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in pharmaceutical supply chain planning, commercial demand forecasting, supplier relationship management, contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs), ERP systems, and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).
This position will lead strategic supply chain initiatives, oversee supplier relationships, optimize supply planning processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, compliant, and cost-effective pharmaceutical product supply.
Biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience is highly preferred.
Manage all aspects of pharmaceutical supply management, including planning, sourcing, logistics, inventory, and supplier relations.
Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for commercial and late-stage clinical pharmaceutical products.
Incorporate market trends, promotional activities, regulatory considerations, and product lifecycle changes into forecasting models.
Develop and execute supply plans aligned with demand forecasts, production capacity, and inventory targets.
Monitor forecast accuracy and implement continuous improvement initiatives using advanced analytics.
Identify supply chain risks, including supplier compliance issues, production capacity constraints, and regulatory delays.
Manage strategic supplier relationships, including Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs).
Ensure suppliers perform according to approved supply agreements and contractual obligations.
Lead supplier business reviews and strategic meetings, both virtually and onsite.
Oversee supplier performance, contractual commitments, purchase orders, work orders, and manufacturing service agreements.
Support supplier evaluations and provide recommendations to management.
Lead cross-functional teams in managing critical supplier relationships.
Lead and support supply chain initiatives involving ERP systems, planning software, purchasing, inventory management, and logistics.
Improve supply chain systems, processes, and operational efficiencies.
Utilize advanced analytics and data-driven insights to support supply chain decisions.
Develop and implement best practices across supply and distribution operations.
Identify cost-efficient supply chain solutions and process improvements.
Collaborate with Commercial, Marketing, Finance, R&D, Clinical Operations, Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, CMC, and Quality teams.
Support new product launches, product commercialization, and lifecycle management.
Participate in and support the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
Prepare and contribute to supply chain governance meetings and strategic business reviews.
Communicate supply chain risks, operational challenges, and recommendations to senior management.
Support global supply chain initiatives and product strategy execution.
Oversee supply chain financial commitments and contractual obligations within established approval authorities.
Ensure supply chain operations are completed within approved budgets.
Evaluate financial and business implications of regulatory and technical changes.
Maintain compliance with applicable GMP, quality, regulatory, and pharmaceutical industry requirements.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
8–12 years of relevant supply chain planning or management experience without a Master's degree, or 6–8 years with a Master's degree.
Relevant experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
3–5 years of experience with ERP systems, forecasting tools, and advanced Microsoft Excel.
Strong experience in commercial supply chain planning and demand forecasting.
Experience managing strategic global suppliers and Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs).
Proficiency in ERP systems covering end-to-end planning, purchasing, and inventory management.
Experience supporting Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes.
Strong understanding of pharmaceutical supply chain operations, GMP manufacturing, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs.
Experience with budget planning, financial commitments, and supplier contract management.
Strong negotiation, communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and process improvement initiatives.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to assess business, financial, regulatory, and technical implications of supply chain decisions.
Pharmaceutical or biotechnology supply chain management.
Commercial pharmaceutical product launches and lifecycle management.
Global supply chain planning and distribution management.
Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) relationship management.
SAP or equivalent ERP systems.
Demand forecasting, supply planning, and inventory optimization.
GMP-regulated manufacturing and FDA-regulated environments.
Advanced Excel, supply chain analytics, and planning tools.