Manager, Supply Chain - Clinical Supplies - job 1 of 2

At Gilead we believe every employee deserves a great leader. As a people leader now or in the future, we expect that you will model and create an environment of inclusion, be intentionally focused on the hiring, development, growth and retention of talent, and empower teams to align and achieve goals.

• Supports clinical chain supply responsibilities including but not limited to protocol interpretation, demand planning, supply planning, distribution, inventory management, label generation, and planning and execution of labeling operations at partner contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs).
• Carries out operational/logistics strategies and works with Clinical Operations, Quality Assurance, and other cross-functional groups to execute strategies that ensure on-time and safe delivery of all clinical shipments.
• Ensures accurate inventory records at all depots through timely reconciliation.
• Responsible for maintaining GDP, GMP, GCP and global trade compliance.
• Collaborates with Logistics management and Pharmaceutical, Development and Management colleagues, and external partners to resolve shipping related issues.
• Keeps abreast of all incidents related to shipment and reports trending to Quality Assurance and assists in creating CAPAs
• Revises and authors SOPs and Work instructions with manager direction and support
• Obtains and reviews quotes, approves purchase requisitions and invoices.

• Implements business strategies in-line with the vision and goals set forth by the department
• Ensures priorities are being met and creates clear work plans for staff; communicates progress regularly.
• Recruits, onboards, develops, retains, and supervises staff; sets clear goals for individuals.

• Direct experience in forecasting, demand/supply planning, IRT systems, inventory management, clinical labeling, distribution including cold chain, import/export, reverse logistics and GXP regulations.
• Experience with clinical blinding practices in global studies, from Phase 1 to 4.
• Strong communications skills to work effectively with internal cross-functional groups and external suppliers to meet the aggressive clinical study timeline and patient needs.
• Strong computer, database and organizational skills is preferred.

• Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• Knowledgeable in sourcing and managing comparator drugs and other co-meds for clinical studies.
• Mature knowledge of the FDA, cGMP, GCP, GDP standards and regulatory guidance documents.
• Works well with ambiguity, can assess options quickly and efficiently implement the best option in alignment with Gilead's culture and expectations for clinical timelines.
• Degree(s) in Life Sciences, Supply Chain Management or related field

The salary range for this position is: $117,725.00 - $152,350.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

• Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.