Trial Supply Manager (Demand Planner) Job

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Trial Supply Manager (Demand Planner)-1998151118DescriptionTrial Supply Manager (Demand Planner)The PDMS Clinical Supply Chain holds the global responsibility for all clinical supplies of the Janssen Research & Development portfolio and the Global Medical Affairs portfolio. Our activities include all in-house and outsourced manufacturing of clinical supplies (API, Drug Product, Packaged and Labeled Clinical Supplies), demand forecasting, supply planning, and global distribution of clinical supplies. Through a global network and organization (US, Switzerland, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands, India), we are responsible for the manufacturing and scale-up of small and large molecules products in development and low volume commercial supply, and secure the supply to more than 60.000 patients in more than 330 clinical trials every year.
This individual contributor is responsible for the management of clinical supplies during the execution phase of clinical trials consistent with GcP guidelines.
This individual will be responsible for creating and executing supply plans in view of changes in trial execution and ensuring a seamless transition from study design phase. S/he will assess the clinical study recruitment rates, forecasting for kit demand planning, inventories and ensuring supply planning is adjusted accordingly. Utilizing business tools to manage inventories at depots and sites and ensuring on-time delivery with minimal overage of clinical supplies, using tools and data to perform scenario or risk analysis. S/he will lead issue resolution activities for supply aspects of clinical studies (e.g., packaging, distribution). Establishing and modifying trial specific distribution agreements. Participating as a member of appropriate GCDO clinical trial team. Developing strong internal collaboration with GCO stakeholders to ensure customer satisfaction. Interfacing with Global Trial Managers. Developing excellent working relationships with the other groups within Supply Management and the Global Clinical Development Organization. Managing trial supply budget and supporting business process improvement initiatives. Managing all clinical supplies during trial execution within J&J Pharma R&D (large and small molecules and for all phases of clinical trials). General focus on large, complex studies.
J2W: LI NAQualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:The Trial Supply Manager must possess a Bachelors degree with 6+ years of experience. S/he must possess experience in a supply chain role(s) (MAKE, SOURCE, PLAN, DELIVER and working knowledge of clinical supply demand management/planning tools (e.g., tcVisualize, IVRS, OMP+) or equivalent supply chain planning systems (SAP/ERP).Skill Sets / Core Competencies Required:Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate complex issues to internal and external stakeholders driving effective decision making.
Cross-functional Coordination Skills – ability to utilize a network of relationships to achieve goals; fosters teamwork within own department/function as well as across departmentsProblem Solving / Decision Making – leads others in analyzing and synthesizing problems and issuesAnalytical Thinking – proactively guides others in data analyses and develops results-oriented conclusionsInventory Management Skills – ability to manage inventory and determine need for material and capacity to address expected demand; ability to execute resulting plansIn depth understanding of clinical supply chain planning tools (OMP+, OPX2, IWR/IVR, Optimizer) or equivalent supply chain management systems (i.e. SAP/ERP planning systems). Demonstrated skill set utilizing planning tools for planning analysis (“What if” scenarios, capacity modeling, master scheduling, etc.)Intermediate to advanced skill set using MS Excel; ability to leverage Excel for efficient data analytics and decision making (pivot tables, graphs, conditional formatting, etc.)Working knowledge and experience in S&OP process.
In depth and detailed understanding of end to end supply chain processes.
Demonstrates understanding of pack/label and logistics operations and uses knowledge effectively in design and execution activities; considers logistical trade-offs between costs and benefits related to shipping volumesRisk Management Skills – ability to partner with others to take business risks based on sound business analysesBudgeting Skills – ability to manage study specific budgets and communicate impact of changes; able to anticipate potential budgetary needsProject Management – ability to take a leadership role in managing multiple, complex projectsProcess Enhancement – ability to analyze processes and data; identifies and applies efficiencies and improvements to processes and makes recommendationsQuality Management – oversees and leads quality management activities (i.g. inspection readiness); leads execution of process improvements and contributes to a quality cultureThis position is located in Malvern, PA or Titusville, NJ and could require up to 10% travel.
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Primary Location:North America-United States-New Jersey-TitusvilleOrganization: Janssen Research & Development, LLC. (6084)Job Function: Clinical SuppliesCertain sites within the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies participate in E-Verify as appropriate in accordance with Company guidelines and federal or state law. To learn more about the government sponsored program and to see a list of the sites that are currently enrolled, please click here.
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