Supply Chain Consultant

CMC Clinical Supply Chain ConsultantDuration: 6 months, potential for extensionStart: June 2026Hours: 20–30 hrs/week minimum, ideally up to 40 hrs/week. Hourly workload could fluctuate during project.Location: Preference for onsite/hybrid in San Diego (flexible/negotiable). Strong remote candidates willing to support West Coast hours will also be considered. OverviewOur biotech client is seeking a highly experienced CMC Clinical Supply Chain Consultant to support ongoing clinical development programs and work closely with the Head of CMC and parent company stakeholders. This consultant will provide hands-on leadership across global clinical supply chain operations, including packaging, labeling, distribution, forecasting, vendor oversight, and clinical supply strategy execution.The ideal consultant will bring a strong blend of strategic leadership and operational execution experience within clinical-stage biopharma environments. This is a highly collaborative role requiring close partnership with CMC, Clinical Operations, Regulatory, QA, and external vendors.ResponsibilitiesLead clinical supply chain activities supporting global and domestic clinical trialsManage investigational product (IP/IMP) planning, forecasting, packaging, labeling, distribution, reconciliation, and destruction activitiesOversee external vendors including depots, packaging/labeling providers, and IVR/drug distribution partnersDevelop and execute clinical supply chain strategies to ensure uninterrupted study support and efficient inventory managementSupport study-specific supply planning and demand forecasting activitiesPartner cross-functionally with CMC, Clinical Operations, QA, Regulatory, and Project Management teamsSupport development and management of IXRS specifications and unblinded supply activitiesDrive operational excellence across supply accountability, risk mitigation, compliance, and logistics executionEstablish KPIs and communicate supply strategy updates and risks to leadershipCollaborate with commercial supply chain stakeholders to support program transitionsRequired ExperienceBS degree minimum10+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience within clinical supply chain, CMC operations, or related functionsDirector or Senior Director-level experience within biotech or pharmaceutical companiesStrong experience overseeing global clinical packaging, labeling, distribution, and inventory management activitiesExperience serving as a Clinical Supply Lead for clinical-stage programsDeep understanding of GMP, GCP, ICH guidelines, and global clinical supply regulationsExperience with IXRS design, implementation, testing, and managementStrong vendor management and cross-functional stakeholder leadership experienceAbility to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced biotech environmentExcellent communication and executive-facing collaboration skillsProficiency in Microsoft applications, EDC systems, and inventory management tools.Expertise in finance, risk management, and complex distribution/labeling strategies.Preferred BackgroundExperience supporting early to mid-stage clinical development programsPrior experience working in lean or emerging biotech environmentsAbility to work onsite regularly in San Diego