Global Clinical Materials Manager

Global Clinical Materials Manager

BC Forward is looking for Global Clinical Materials Manager (Hybrid Work) in South San Francisco, CA 94080

Position Title: Global Clinical Materials Manager (Hybrid Work)
Mode of Work: Majority of time in the office (49% Homeoffice allowed)

Locations: South San Francisco, CA 94080
Anticipated Start Date: 06/16
Expected Duration: 12 Months
Job Type: Contract with possible extension
Pay Rate $71.00/hr. on W2
Need: Minimum 3 years' experience in pharma/biopharma or supply chain, with SAP ERP expertise; MyBuy or similar procurement tools preferred.


Job Description:
1.1 Role Summary
As part of PTDS Global Clinical Supply Chain Management, the Production Enablement function ensures that packaging operations can deliver materials for Roche's clinical trials seamlessly, on time, and with optimized cost and quality.
Within Production Enablement, the Global Clinical Materials Manager (GCMM) is responsible for coordinating and executing all procurement activities related to drug products and packaging materials for global clinical studies. This includes managing the release of materials to ensure timely production of Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs) in compliance with international standards and regulatory requirements. The GCMM also oversees clinical demand planning for packaging materials.

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1.2 Key Responsibilities
The GCMM serves as the single point of contact to ensure the availability of drug products and packaging materials for clinical manufacturing. Key responsibilities include:
Material and Master Data Management

• Maintain accurate master data for drug products and packaging materials.
  
• Compile product-specific data and documentation.
  
• Define, request, and continuously update master data in SAP systems.
  

Planning and Procurement

• Plan packaging materials using SAP systems.
  
• Manage purchase orders for:
  
  • Roche development, partner, and commercial drug products.
    
  • External commercial drug products and packaging materials.
    
• Utilize appropriate procurement systems (e.g., MyBuy).
  

Supplier Relationship Management

• Manage relationships with various drug product and packaging material suppliers.
  
• Create supplier performance transparency through KPIs.
  
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives.
  

Goods Receipt and Quality Assurance

• Support warehouse operations and perform virtual goods receipts.
  
• Ensure batch availability for manufacturing.
  
• Compile GMP- and customs-compliant goods receipt dossiers.
  
• Request and maintain GMP/non-GMP batch data in SAP.
  
• Ensure timely QA release or AFM (Authorization for Further Manufacturing).
  

Shelf-Life and Inventory Management

• Manage shelf-life extensions at both batch and material levels.
  
• Maintain associated documentation.
  

Financial Reconciliation

• Confirm received quantities to enable accurate cost allocation in financial systems.
  

Issue Management and Compliance

• Lead issue management related to procurement and goods receipt.
  
• Handle GMP deviation and change management.
  
• Support inspections and audits.
  

Continuous Improvement and Projects

• Monitor and act on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
  
• Lead and participate in global/local projects to optimize clinical supply processes.
  
• Collaborate with Business Process Managers for global/local process improvements.
  
• Contribute to system enhancements and SOP/training document updates.
  
• Work independently on SAP CLARA P96 system improvements.
  

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2. Job Requirements and Qualifications
2.1 Competencies

• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical supply chain and clinical packaging processes.
  
• High cultural awareness and ability to work across diverse regions and teams.
  
• Excellent collaboration, teamwork, and negotiation skills.
  
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  
• Keen attention to detail and solid understanding of technical systems and processes.
  
• Proficient in cGMP standards and supply chain/business processes.
  
• Capable of managing projects independently from initiation to completion.
  
• Proactive, self-motivated, adaptable, and organized.
  
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English (basic German is a plus).
  
• Customer-focused with strong relationship-building abilities.
  
• Quick learner with the capacity to acquire broad skillsets.
  

2.2 Required Experience

• Minimum of 3 years in the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical industry and/or supply chain management.
  
• Experience with SAP ERP systems is required.
  
• Familiarity with MyBuy or similar procurement systems is preferred.
  

2.3 Education

• Associate degree or University degree in pharmaceutical sciences, biopharmaceuticals, or Supply Chain Management; Master's degree preferred.
  
• APICS and/or SCOR certification, or equivalent experience.
  
• PMP, Operational Excellence, Six Sigma, or Lean training is a plus.
  

Benefits
BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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