Clinical Supply Chain Coordinator
Viking Therapeutics, Inc. · San Diego, CA · 1 wk ago
On-siteManufacturing$70k–$90k/yrVolunteer
About the role
The Clinical Supply Chain Coordinator supports the day-to-day execution of clinical supply chain activities, including GMP inventory tracking, clinical labeling and packaging coordination, shipment monitoring, and documentation control. This role works cross-functionally with Quality, Manufacturing, Clinical Operations, and external vendors to maintain accurate, audit-ready records and ensure the timely, compliant flow of clinical trial materials across studies from early development through late-stage trials.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate day-to-day clinical supply activities across active studies under the direction of the Manager, Clinical Supply Chain.
- Track clinical material inventory levels, expiry dates, and resupply needs, and flag potential shortages or risks to the Manager.
- Prepare supply forecasts, shipment schedules, and status reports for cross-functional teams.
- Coordinate meeting logistics, action item tracking, and follow-up communications for supply chain planning meetings.
- Support the review and filing of clinical labels, packaging configurations, master batch records, and distribution documentation.
- Maintain accurate, lot- and kit-level traceability records for investigational and auxiliary materials.
- Reconcile GMP inventory across CMOs and clinical depots, escalating discrepancies as needed.
- Maintain documentation that is organized, complete, and inspection-ready.
- Coordinate with CMOs, packaging/labeling partners, depots, and couriers on routine shipment and scheduling activities.
- Track vendor deliverables and shipment status, escalating delays or issues to the Manager, Clinical Supply Chain.
- Assist in monitoring temperature-controlled shipments and support investigation of excursions or deviations under guidance.
- Maintain vendor contact lists, shipping schedules, and standard operating procedures.
- Support day-to-day monitoring of the IRT/RTSM system, including kit inventory status and resupply alerts.
- Assist in verifying kit numbers, expiration data, and depot-to-site allocations for accuracy.
- Facilitate discrepancies or system issues to the Manager, Clinical Supply Chain for resolution.
- Support maintenance of clinical supply chain SOPs and work instructions.
- Collaborate with QA on documentation requests and audit preparation activities.
- Compile supply-related content for regulatory submissions as directed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- B.S. in Life Sciences, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
- 2+ years of relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, or clinical operations. Internship or co-op experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology setting is a plus.
Skills
- Familiarity with GMP/GDP concepts is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and the ability to quickly learn new applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with changing priorities.
- Team player who takes initiative, follows direction well, and is eager to learn.
- Experience with inventory management systems or IRT/RTSM platforms is a plus.
Pay
$70,000.00 - $90,000.00 annual salary