Clinical Supply Chain Associate

Clinical Supply Chain Associate, External Partnerships

Location: Belgium, Beerse

Duration: End of year initially with possibility of extension

Hours: 40 hours per week

Work style: Hybrid, 2-3 days on site. Open to remote worker in Belgium 

Imagine your next project as a Clinical Supply Chain Associate, working at the forefront of cutting edge work and technology with one of the leading Pharmaceutical companies in the world!

roles and responsibilities

As an Associate, External Partnerships (EP), you will be responsible for the operations that provide reliable and repeatable high level of service. You will execute the Planning Process between J&J Clinical Supply Operations and the Pack and Label (P&L) Vendors, seek opportunities for cost savings and support issue resolution. The External Partnerships Team is focused on delivering cost effective clinical supply in a compliant, efficient manner to ensure successful patient dosing. Partnering with Pack and Label Vendors, Procurement, Quality, Finance, Planners, Clinical Supply Operations, and Logistics will be key to success.

• Serve as the primary point of contact between Study Team and Packaging and Labeling Vendors

• Order management from Request through to supply deliverables to Depots

• Manage Operational Cycle Times, Drive actions at order level for P&L vendor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs),  oversee Budget and Inventory management, supply coordination, and decision related to clinical supply activities resulting in uninterrupted supply to patients

• Provide Services that adhere to applicable Johnson & Johnson SOPs, WI, policies, local regulatory requirements, ICH-GCP, etc

• Create and maintain the individual project agreements (IPA) between CSC and P & L Vendors.

• Obtain, review, and approve quotes and invoices

• Lead the operational meeting per compound ensuring all deliverables are communicated to the CDC, CSI, MST, TSL, LI and ESP  

• Negotiate timelines and oversee the project progress to ensure timely release and distribution of the clinical material to depots

• Review and approve relevant parts of source documentation (IMPA, IPA, SLED) 

• Support partnering with Supply Chain Coordination for incoming drug products, and ID sample shipments

• Conduct issue resolution activities for supply aspects of clinical studies (e.g., receiving, packaging, inventory) 

• Establish strong internal collaboration within CSC and with the P&L vendors to ensure customer satisfaction  

• Ensure project timelines and business performance goals, objectives and metrics are achieved, and is consistent with GMP guidelines and all other compliance requirements

• Escalate appropriately and supports resolution of critical risks and issues, including communication to External Partnerships management

• Support audits performed by agencies and provide business support for vendor audits

• May contribute as a mentor to a less experienced Associate External Partnerships for process improvement and training, as appropriate for business needs

• May be required to support other functional tasks or projects as required to improve business processes and tools

how to succeed

• Bachelor’s Degree: 0-4 years related supply chain, science, clinical supply related role or Pharm D  

• Experience with the following functions preferred: clinical supply pack/label/distribution, clinical trial operations, project management, pharma/bio research and development, inventory management

• General knowledge of GxP principles

• Knowledge of several of the following supply processes is a plus: supply chain relationship management, inventory management, supply chain management, supply planning, Lean 6 Sigma. Systems (e-marketplace, OMP, SAP R/3 or ERP), other cross functional business processes common to the pharmaceutical or process industry

• Ability to work as member of a Global Team 

• Ability to identify process gaps based on data or root cause analysis

• Ability to clearly and appropriately communicate to vendor sites and cross functional stakeholders in both written and oral forms

• Ability to work independently, multi-task and manage complexity

• You have a Drive to make a difference and achieve results. Your continuous improvement attitude and innovative thinking will help you to see opportunities and related business needs

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for until the end of 2025 initially and has a strong chance of extension. This is a hybrid role, also open to remote workers in Belgium.

you are welcome here

Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Patients inform and inspire our science-based innovations, which continue to change and save lives. Applying rigorous science and compassion, we confidently address some of the most complex diseases of our time and unlock the potential medicines of tomorrow.

Our diverse portfolio spans multiple therapeutic areas — Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Retina.

We are continuously working to develop treatments, aspiring to find cures, pioneering the path from lab to life, and championing patients every step of the way.

Janssen UK: https://www.janssen.com/uk/

Janssen Ireland: https://www.janssen.com/ireland/

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. 

questions

If you would like some additional information about the role please contact: simone.strong@randstadsourceright.co.uk

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.