Clinical Supply Chain Project Leader

Location: Cambridge, MA

About the role

The Clinical Supply Chain Project Leader (CSC-PL) is accountable for Investigational Medicinal Product (IMP) supply with respect to timelines, quality, and budget for a given project. The CSC-PL defines and implements the clinical supply chain strategy at the project level, oversees study management activities ensuring adherence to plan, and represents the clinical supply chain at the project level. The role ensures clear, concise, consistent, and timely communication with stakeholders and acts as a change agent through leadership of global initiatives targeting process improvement across the clinical supply chain.

Join the engine of Sanofi's mission—where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you'll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions.

About Sanofi

We're an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people's lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system—and innovative pipeline—enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives.

Responsibilities

• CSC Strategy & Implementation
  • Define and implement clinical supply chain strategy aligned with CSC KPIs and project objectives
  • Assess study design feasibility (ID study card, Abbreviated Protocol stages) and optimize project delivery
  • Influence Label & Pack outsourcing and distribution network strategy decisions
  • Monitor supply chain performance (cost, lead times, quality) using KPIs and digital tools
  • Drive continuous improvement and innovation across clinical supply chain operations
• Study Management Oversight
  • Lead CSC-Study Leaders and oversee all operational activities ensuring compliance with GCP/GMP standards
  • Ensure CSC strategy harmonization across multiple trials with adherence to timelines and budget
  • Monitor plan execution, identify risks, and implement mitigation plans
  • Identify opportunities to streamline processes and reduce lead times and costs
  • Serve as primary point of contact for project team and coordinate PAI preparation
• CSC Representation & Stakeholder Communication
  • Provide CSC expertise and contribute to project decision-making in project meetings
  • Escalate IMP/device/AxMP/comparator issues and propose mitigation strategies
  • Interact with GPH, CMC leaders, and Clinical leaders to integrate CSC requirements into project strategy
  • Report progress and issues to CSC Leadership Team
  • Facilitate knowledge sharing and provide feedback on contractor performance

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with at least 5+ years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with at least 3+ years of relevant experience, preferably in Health Sciences or related disciplines (Engineering, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, etc.)
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably within clinical supply chain, clinical operations, or manufacturing environments
• Project management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GxP regulations and IMP requirements
• Experience with N-SIDE forecasting systems or IRT systems
• Risk management experience

Skills

• Demonstrated leadership experience in engaging and ensuring collaboration across different functions
• Excellent workload prioritization within a dynamic, timeline-driven, culturally diverse organization
• Advanced organizational, planning, and prioritization skills with effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication (written and oral), negotiation, and influencing skills
• Ability to build and maintain efficient professional relationships with partners and stakeholders
• Experience operating in cross-cultural and complex organizational matrices
• Self-driven with effective time management skills

Benefits

• Opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether through promotion or lateral moves, at home or internationally
• Thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact
• Wide range of health and wellbeing benefits, including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs, and at least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave
• Opportunity to be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies reflecting real-world needs
• Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science