Manager, Clinical Planning and Logistics

This is what you will do:

The Manager, Clinical Planning and Logistics is a cross-functional key contributor that is accountable for Alexion’s smallmolecules, biologics,DrugProduct, FinishedProduct,and shipment/storage logistics. Responsibilities include but are notlimitedto leading a cross-functional team within the Alexion clinical network, Clinical Manufacturing Management to drive on time execution of manufacturing and program timelines.

You will be responsible for:

Logistics and Warehouse Management

• Partner with Leadership to refine the division strategy and shape a balanced portfolio from a shipmentperspective.

• Responsible for directing all activities in logistical support of the clinical study DS/DP/FPshipments, inventory, storage,distribution,and recoveryof QApaperworkforrelease.

• Evaluate current and future domestic and global shipments and evaluate other vendors for Logistic continuity and newcapabilities.

• Ensuretimely delivery of quality clinical supplies for all assigned compounds and protocols by collaborating with internal and external sources whileconsideringcountry Regulatoryrequirements.

• Manages conflicts/issues with internal and external partners andstakeholders.

• Coordinate cGMP cold chain shipments of clinical cell banks, Drug Substance, Drug Product, and Finished Product to supply depots for internally and externally manufactured products. 

• Establish and track KPI metrics to evaluate internal and external logistics performance and review monthly with seniorleadership.

• SAP: Inventory management, production planning, and capacity evaluations.

• FDA and Customs paperworkexperience

You will need to have:

• 4-6 years of experience in SAP transactions, cGMPmanufacturing,and/or cGMP supply chain logistics

• Proficient knowledge of import / export requirements

• Knowledge of cGMP and other regulatory requirements

• KnowledgeofCold Chain Logistics

• Strong knowledge of SAP transactions, inventory management, production planning, and maintenance of Master Data.

• Excellent planning, organizational, analytical and management skills

• Strong attention to detail, ability to work with autonomy, and able to communicate clearly to seniormanagement.

• Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office Products, including Word, Project, Power Point,Access,and Excel

• Bachelor’s degree, MBA, or equivalent level of experience  

We wouldpreferyou to have:

• Strong project management, presentation, communication, and negotiation skills

• Demonstrateinitiative-takingapproach to identifying and mitigatingrisks.

• Forward-thinking and strategic approach to managing projects with the ability to assess the impact of cross-functional issues and to develop a mitigation plan with appropriate level of stakeholder buy-in

• Technical acumen and experience with SAP

• The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment.As is typical of an office-based role, employees must be able, with or withoutaccommodation,touse a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard businesshours.