Senior Manager, Clinical Supply Chain

Role Summary

Lead supply chain strategy for Denali’s clinical products, including demand and supply planning, IRT strategy, and production management. Act as the primary supply chain contact, support Direct-to-Patient strategy, collaborate cross-functionally, troubleshoot issues, and communicate program status to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as Supply Chain Lead for Denali’s clinical products including developing the supply chain strategy, demand and supply planning, and IRT strategy development
• Execute scenario plans and develop recommended production and inventory management strategies
• Serve as primary supply chain contact with internal and external stakeholders
• Support Direct-to-Patient supply chain strategy development and execution
• Work cross-functionally with CMC, Development, and Finance departments to support program development
• Proactively identify and troubleshoot issues to prevent missed timelines
• Communicate program status both verbally and through written documents and reports
• Drive continuous operational performance improvement efforts
• Lead supply chain business process development projects
• Lead direct report(s) through annual goal setting, growth planning, adherence to company policies, maintain training compliance and provide ongoing feedback on growth, development and areas of improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering/Operations/Supply Chain or related field; MBA strongly preferred
• 5+ years experience in clinical supply chain planning in the Life Sciences
• Experience leading business process definition/improvement is strongly preferred
• Skilled in using influence management to drive project success
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately, meet timelines and handle multiple priorities
• Capable of responding flexibly to changing prioritization in a dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with others in a positive “can do” and collaborative manner
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced analytical capabilities with proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Requires working knowledge of cGMP and regulations applicable to the FDA and comparable international regulatory agencies

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering/Operations/Supply Chain or related field; MBA strongly preferred