IQVIA Posted September 29, 2026

Clinical Supply Chain Manager

Reading, United Kingdom Full time
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About this opportunity

Step into a role where strategy meets impact. As a Clinical Supply Chain Manager, you will shape and drive the end‑to‑end supply strategy for new clinical trials. Using your ability to translate complex study protocols into smart kit designs and robust supply plans, you’ll ensure that every element is aligned for seamless study execution.

In this key position, you’ll collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners, leading them through the planning and delivery of a supply chain that meets highest quality standards and study timelines.

If you enjoy combining analytical thinking with operational leadership, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to advancing clinical research.

Your responsibilities might include:

Interpret clinical trial protocols to create and execute an effective clinical trial supply chain solution.

Create master English label text in accordance with relevant regulatory framework (e.g. Annex 13).

Create and maintain demand forecasts and packaging plans so that packed clinical supplies are readily available in accordance with the project requirements.

Initiate packaging campaigns with the assigned vendor and provide oversight to ensure on-time delivery.

Setup, monitor, and where necessary, update study assigned Interactive Response Technology (IRT) systems to ensure study inventory is effectively managed.

Create an appropriate distribution plan and have oversight of the assigned vendor(s) executing it.

Ability to work independently and proactively to ensure that the supply of all trial materials is delivered to the right place at the right time.

Provide ongoing budget tracking activities so that projects are run efficiently and in accordance with client approved quotations.

Maintains 100% compliance on all assigned training and applies learnings to everyday practice.

Remain up to date in all GxP and regulatory requirements applicable to the role.

Lead client and vendor related meetings where necessary to discuss clinical supply chain topics or status updates.

Create a Temperature Excursion management plan.

Manage the review and assessment process of Temperature Excursions reported to the IQVIA Clinical Trial Supplies team.

Conducts thorough and regular risk management assessments to ensure all risks are systematically reviewed and appropriate mitigations are executed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree Degree in a science or business function (Preferred not essential)

3-5 Years industry experience in Clinical Trials (Essential).

3-5 Years experience in Clinical Supply Chain Management (Essential).

Ability to demonstrate good project management skills.

Ability to create effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Ability to demonstrate effective communication and direction.

Ability to problem solve.

Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint etc).

Proficient in the English language.

Please note this role is not eligible for UK visa sponsorship.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

Job details

Seniority
Manager
Function
Clinical Development
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Reading, United Kingdom
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Clinical Development role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 391 comparable Manager Clinical Development roles across 68 biopharma companies.

391Comparable roles tracked
367Currently active
68Companies hiring similar roles
42Countries represented

Salary context

121 of 391 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject Not listed on this posting
Highest disclosed · Statistical Advisor · Gilead Sciences, Inc. $226,185/yr – $292,710/yr
Peer group range $95,500 – $259,448 (median $180,500)

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Seniority mix

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Therapeutic area mix

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Ophthalmology2
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