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Catalent

Clinical Supplies Manager

Location4 Locations
Work moderemote
Typefull-time
Company size10,000+ people
First seen6d ago
Last seen2d ago
About the company
With nearly 25 years of experience, our Bathgate location in Scotland, UK is an integral part of Catalent’s European clinical supply services network. This 141,000 sq. ft. facility has a comprehensive range of capabilities to support sponsors’ studies throughout the UK, Europe and beyond, including clinical supply management, FastChain® demand-led supply, clinical-scale commercial packaging, and QP release services.
We have high-speed, automated primary packaging for blisters, as well as semi-automated primary packaging for bottles. We offer packaging design services on site, as well as secondary packaging and clinical labeling services.
Position Summary
We have an opportunity for a Clincial Supplies Manager to join our team. In this role, you will provide leadership and support in planning, developing, and executing clinical supply chain activities. You will manage cross-functional deliverables and coordinate with supply partners and functions such as packaging, distribution, depots, and logistics. This position is key to ensuring timely planning, accurate forecasting, and effective management of investigational supplies for all phases of clinical trials. Flexibility, teamwork, attention to detail, and quick problem-solving are essential for success in this role.
Shift: Monday to Friday
Location: Bathgate, UK
100% Remote.
The Role
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Interpret clinical study protocols and translate requirements into accurate clinical drug supply forecasts.
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Develop and maintain study drug demand projections and supply plans throughout the lifecycle of clinical studies.
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Use simulation tools and supply chain expertise to design efficient, risk-based clinical supply strategies.
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Monitor study progress and reforecast supply requirements based on enrolment, country, site, or protocol changes.
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Manage Interactive Response Technology (IRT) supply strategy, including specification development, threshold recommendations, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and ongoing oversight.
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Oversee drug inventory levels across depots and warehouses, ensuring continuity of supply and avoiding stock-outs.
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Coordinate drug manufacturing, packaging, and distribution activities with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
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Support budgeting, process improvement, training, and business development activities to enhance clinical supply operations.
The Candidate
Minimum Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in a science, supply chain, or related discipline.
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6+ years of relevant industry experience with at least 4 years in clinical supply management and demonstrable knowledge of the complete clinical supplies life cycle.
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Experience in supply tracking requirements and systems.
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Experience in the use of forecasting tools.
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Global logistics experience and understanding related to supply chains, import/export, drug depots, comparator or co-therapy product sourcing, and project management.
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Working knowledge of the International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), and EMA GMP and GDP Guidelines, and a solid understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
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Working knowledge of global supply labeling requirements.
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Understanding of roles, responsibilities, and inter-dependencies for key functions involved in clinical supply.
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Strong knowledge in Interactive Response Technology (IRT) as it relates to supply chain management.
Preferred Skills & Background
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Strong knowledge in Interactive Response Technology (IRT) as it relates to supply chain management.
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Skilled in client relationship management and ability to influence customer demand.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and problem-solving/decision-making skills.
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Extensive experience using Microsoft Office programs, with a particular aptitude for Microsoft Project and Excel.
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Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Why You Should Join Catalent
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With nearly 25 years of experience, our Bathgate location is a key part of Catalent’s European clinical supply services network, offering advanced capabilities and a strong commitment to quality.
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Competitive Salary – Reflecting your experience and skills.
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Benefits – A pension scheme matching up to 7.5% and life assurance. Enjoy BUPA private medical insurance, a generous holiday entitlement that increases with tenure, and the option to trade leave.
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Career Development – Access high-quality training, mentoring, and cross-functional opportunities within Catalent’s global network. Benefit from a subscription to LinkedIn Learning, providing access to 10,000+ online courses.
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Health & Wellbeing – Includes an employee assistance programme, on-site canteen facilities, and an active safety and “Patient First” culture. Join Employee Resource Groups that foster a diverse and inclusive workplace. Plus, participate in charitable activities.
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Excellent Location – Just a few minutes’ drive from J3A of the M8, with free on-site parking.
Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.
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Legal
Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [email protected]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Catalent Pharma Solutions (Catalent) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Catalent employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Catalent. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.
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