Supply Chain Specialist

Medpace, Inc. • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

Our clinical operations activities are growing rapidly, and along with it our Supply Chain is growing more complex. We are currently seeking a full-time, Supply Chain Specialist to join our Clinical Operations team. This position partners with cross functional teams to identify the right vendors and products that will meet the needs of a given clinical trial. The Supply Chain Specialist will ensure lead times for vendor supplied products align with study timelines and partner with Purchasing for timely PO placement. If you are an early career Supply Chain Professional that wants an exciting opportunity where you leverage your previous expertise, have the freedom to drive process improvements and can grow your career even further, then this is the opportunity for you.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required. Related fields: Business Administration, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, or Life Sciences.
• 3-5 years of Managing Vendors, Purchasing, Fulfillment or Logistics experience. Clinical Trial experience is a plus but not required.
• Demonstrated experience working and leading in a cross functional environment.
• Ability to work with internal and external customers/vendors to meet project-specific goals.
• Ability to manage high volume work and meet rigorous deadlines.
• Knowledge of transportation/logistics - customs terminology is preferred.
• Flexibility to strategically manage negotiations with minimal oversight.
• Ability to interact with site, clients, and other functional areas as project contact for escalated Supply Chain issues and questions.
• Ability to manage time and project requirements based on study deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Prepares Supply Chain startup timelines with internal colleagues and leads efforts to ensure the supply chain design meets study deliverables.
• Communicates regularly with vendors to understand current capabilities & product offerings that may align with Clinical Trial needs.
• Adjust plans & iterate Supply Chain setup when study requirements change.
• Maintain consistent communication with internal teammates on status of deliverables and any unforeseen issues.
• Assist in maintaining & reviewing vendor performance ratings.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that further streamline our processes.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives
• Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
• Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
• Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Discounted tuition for UC online programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees