Clinical Trials Sourcing Director

2 months ago

Eastern England, United Kingdom Cencora Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Trials Sourcing Director to join our team at Cencora. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for leading the clinical trials sourcing function and developing strategic sourcing strategies to drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Leadership and Strategy
  • Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to the clinical trials sourcing team.
  • Develop and communicate a clear vision, strategy, and goals for the clinical trials sourcing function.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into effective sourcing strategies.
Sourcing Strategy Development
  • Drive strategy on emerging markets.
  • Design, develop, and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for clinical trials materials, services, and suppliers.
  • Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers/vendors that meet quality standards, cost-effectiveness requirements, timelines, and regulatory compliance.
Supplier Relationship Management
  • Establish strong relationships with key suppliers/vendors involved in clinical trials sourcing activities.
  • Negotiate contracts, terms, pricing agreements, service level agreements (SLAs), and other relevant commercial terms with suppliers/vendors.
Risk Management
  • Identify potential risks associated with clinical trials sourcing activities (e.g., supply chain disruptions) and develop risk mitigation strategies.
Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including R&D personnel (clinical operations teams), quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) teams, regulatory affairs personnel to ensure seamless integration of clinical trial supplies/services into ongoing operations.
Process Improvement
  • Continuously evaluate existing processes for efficiency improvements while maintaining compliance with internal policies/procedures, as well as applicable regulations/guidelines (e.g., ICH-GCP).
Budgeting & Cost Optimization
  • Work closely with finance teams to develop budgets for clinical trials sourcing activities; monitor expenses against budgeted targets throughout each trial phase from initiation through completion/closure.
Requirements

We are looking for a highly experienced and skilled Clinical Trials Sourcing Director with a strong background in clinical trials sourcing and procurement. The ideal candidate will have:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., life sciences, business administration).
  • 8+ years of experience in comparator sourcing and procurement roles within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
  • Strong understanding of clinical trials sourcing processes and regulations.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with internal/external stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities and decision-making skills.
About Us

Cencora is a leading provider of clinical patient care services in the UK homecare market. With over 20 years of experience, we have established a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services to our clients. We are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters growth and development.

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