Clinical Logistics Distribution Specialist
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.
The Distribution Operations role in Clinical Packaging and Distribution is responsible for providing operational expertise in technical areas of clinical supply (e.g. storage, inventory, pick-pack, distribution and cold chain).
What You Will Do:
This role ensures the quality, effectiveness and compliance of processes used to supply Clinical Trail Material (CTM) for clinical studies.
Key responsibilities include:
Provide technical support to SME Distribution to define the supply strategy of clinical studies (set-up)
Support Clinical Interface, Third-Party and Clinical Operation during the study (issue management, troubleshooting)
Ensure all clinical supply chain steps are conducted in compliance with applicable regulations, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Distribution Practices (GDP), and other relevant guidelines
Prepare and review specific documentation related to supply processes (validation protocols, gap assessment, etc.)
Participate in the evaluate and manage TP performance, KPI management
Participate to audits and assessments of vendor capabilities to ensure compliance with GSK standards
Participate to identify, develop, implement, and continuously improve processes
Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing the overall supply chain performance
Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Clinical Interface, Supply Chain, Third-Party, ClinOps, and other relevant departments to ensure processes are effective and comply with GSK standards
Your Profile:
You will have solid clinical supplies and logistics experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.
5 years + in distribution operational role in regulated environment
In-depth understanding of distribution supply processes for clinical trial materials
Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to GMP, GDP, and GCP, deviation and risks management
Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to analyze complex data (root cause analysis)
Ability to develop and implement effective solutions to address challenges
Good written and verbal communication skills, capable of effectively conveying technical information to diverse audiences, internal and external
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
Commitment to fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement within the organization
Knowledge of logistics topics such a as: transportation documentation, Importer of record process, understanding customs and brokerage process
Knowledge of inventory management for clinical trials (ex. reconciliation process
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Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here
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Since our foundation in Dublin, Ireland in 1990, our mission has been to help our clients to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. We do this by delivering best in class information, solutions and performance, with an unyielding focus on quality at all times.
We offer a full range of consulting, development and commercialisation services from a global network of offices in 53 countries. We focus our innovation on the factors that are critical to our clients – reducing time to market, reducing cost, and increasing quality – and our global team of experts has extensive experience in a broad range of therapeutic areas.
