Demand and Supply Manager
Thermo Fisher ScientificFull Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Candidates should have prior experience overseeing a global clinical supply chain, including EU, LATAM, and APAC regions. A background in clinical demand planning, logistics, and product commercialization and distribution is highly preferred. Experience in clinical supply chain management within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is essential, along with strong knowledge of clinical trial operations, global regulations, and compliance requirements such as GCP, GDP, and ICH. Familiarity with global trade compliance and pharmaceutical import/export requirements is also necessary.
The Senior Manager, Clinical Supply Chain will develop and execute comprehensive clinical supply plans, manage all aspects of clinical trial material logistics including vendor selection and transportation, and implement robust inventory control practices. They will oversee the distribution of investigational products to clinical trial sites, identify and mitigate supply chain risks, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities also include ensuring compliance with GCP, GDP, and other regulations, maintaining documentation, assisting with budget development and management for assigned trials, and continuously evaluating and improving supply chain processes for efficiency and cost savings.
Develops therapies for autoimmune diseases
Abata Therapeutics develops therapies for autoimmune diseases, focusing on type 1 diabetes. Their main product, ABA 201, is a Treg cell therapy aimed at patients with some remaining beta cell function. This therapy works by utilizing regulatory T cells to improve patient outcomes. Unlike many competitors, Abata targets a specific niche within the autoimmune disease market and collaborates with partners like ElevateBio for process development and manufacturing. The company's goal is to transform treatment options for autoimmune diseases through advanced research and development.