Therapeutic Area Lead, Global Clinical Supply Chain

Job Description

About This Role:
As a Therapeutic Area Lead within the Global Clinical Supply Chain team, you will be steering crucial end-to-end clinical supply chain planning for multiple products within a key therapeutic area in a dynamic and growth-orientated environment. You will captain a skilled team of supply chain professionals to oversee end-to-end clinical planning, manufacturing, and global distribution of investigational products in compliance with GXP and regulatory standards.

In this pivotal role, you will deliver robust and efficient supply plans to accelerate clinical development of new treatments while maximizing our performance metrics and minimizing waste. As an organizational leader within the Global Clinical Supply Chain team, you will shape the strategic direction and initiatives within the department through innovative ways of working, fostering a culture of collaboration and striving for continuous improvement. 

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This is a hybrid role that can be based either at our offices in RTP, NC or Cambridge, MA.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead end-to-end clinical supply chain management for up to 10 assets within a therapeutic area, ensuring continuous supply and risk mitigation.
• Develop and manage supply plans, including short-term and long-term strategies, while minimizing excess and obsolescence.
• Oversee label development, clinical pharmacy services, and clinical site services, maintaining compliant operations and practices.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and performance.
• Manage the annual budget and resource allocation for the therapeutic area, driving productivity targets and financial goals.
• Establish and drive a Center of Excellence model, standardizing practices and enhancing team performance visibility.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives aligned with the Global Supply Chain and organizational vision, driving operational enhancements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, potentially representing the company in audits and business reviews.

Qualifications

Who You Are:
You are a visionary leader with a strategic mindset, capable of navigating the complexities of global clinical supply chains. Your experience has honed your ability to anticipate risks, develop contingency plans, and support strategic decisions with confidence. As a people manager, you're adept at inspiring your team, recognizing potential, and fostering professional growth. Your collaborative spirit makes you a valued partner across departments, and your influence extends far beyond your immediate sphere. You thrive in regulated environments, and your negotiation skills are matched only by your commitment to driving innovation and excellence within your field.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field with a minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated people management and cross-functional project management experience.
• Experience in a global and regulated environment.
• Expertise in financial planning and budget management.
• Proven track record of implementing continuous improvement projects.
• Strong ability to manage ambiguity and complexity.
• Excellent team player with a proven ability to develop strong organizational networks.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills to attain stakeholder buy-in.

Preferred Skills:

• MBA or advanced degree highly preferred.
• Experience in pharma/biotechnology.
• APICS certification or Lean Six Sigma/Green Belt is an asset.
• Prior clinical supply experience is preferred.
• Experience representing a company in external audits and regulatory inspections.

Additional Information

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.