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Manager, Trial Supplies Management

Bristol Myers Squibb
2-3 years
Not Disclosed
Hyderabad
-10 June 15, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Technical , Life Sciences , Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Clinical Trials, Detail-Oriented, Drug Development, Lifesciences, Negotiation Skills, Regulatory Compliance, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, Data Analysis, Document Management, Life Science, Regulatory Compliance, Waterfall Model, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing

Company Overview

Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines that transform patients' lives.


Position Summary

The Clinical Supply Chain Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining global investigational product supply strategies throughout the clinical development lifecycle. The role ensures uninterrupted supply of clinical trial materials while balancing scientific, operational, regulatory, and business requirements.


Key Responsibility Areas

1. Clinical Supply Strategy & Planning

Supply Strategy Development

  • Create and maintain global clinical supply strategies for investigational products.
  • Align supply plans with:
    • Clinical development plans
    • Study protocols
    • Regulatory requirements
    • Corporate objectives

Forecasting & Demand Planning

  • Develop supply forecasts based on:
    • Protocol analysis
    • Clinical development timelines
    • Enrollment projections
  • Monitor:
    • Drug utilization
    • Inventory levels
    • Supply-demand balance

Timeline Management

  • Influence:
    • Clinical development timelines
    • Study design decisions
    • Country selection strategies

2. Cross-Functional Collaboration

Internal Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with:

  • Global Clinical Supply Chain (GCSC)
  • Global Drug Development
  • Pharmaceutical Development
  • Product Development Quality (PDQ)
  • Medical Affairs
  • Clinical Operations
  • Clinical Development Teams

External Stakeholder Management

Coordinate with:

  • Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs)
  • External Vendors
  • Logistics Providers
  • Packaging & Labeling Partners

Supply Chain Leadership

  • Act as the primary Clinical Supply contact for assigned compounds and studies.
  • Lead communications regarding global supply strategies.

3. Manufacturing, Packaging & Labeling Management

Manufacturing Planning

  • Issue manufacturing requests aligned with:
    • Clinical timelines
    • Master planning schedules

Packaging & Labeling Oversight

  • Coordinate packaging and labeling activities.
  • Ensure:
    • Protocol compliance
    • Regulatory compliance
    • Country-specific requirements

Investigational Product Management

  • Monitor investigational product use dates.
  • Support:
    • Use Date Extension (UDE) activities
    • UDE memo preparation
    • Label updates and implementation

4. Clinical Trial Supply Operations

Supply Distribution Management

  • Develop depot and site-level distribution strategies.
  • Ensure timely delivery of investigational products globally.

Inventory Control

  • Monitor:
    • Inventory availability
    • Supply risks
    • Product utilization trends

Country-Specific Compliance

Consider:

  • Import/export requirements
  • Regulatory approvals
  • Qualified Person (QP) release requirements

5. Interactive Response Technology (IRT) Management

IRT System Oversight

  • Participate in:
    • Development
    • Review
    • Approval of IRT specifications

System Alignment

  • Ensure alignment between:
    • Supply strategy
    • Distribution plans
    • IRT system configuration

6. Budget & Financial Management

Budget Planning

  • Support annual and project-specific budgeting activities.
  • Maintain supply and demand estimates.

Vendor Procurement

  • Coordinate procurement of:
    • Commercial drugs
    • Clinical supplies
    • Ancillary materials

Financial Oversight

  • Generate purchase requisitions.
  • Track budget utilization and forecast changes.

7. Risk Management & Continuous Improvement

Risk Assessment

  • Identify:
    • Supply chain risks
    • Inventory risks
    • Operational bottlenecks

Mitigation Planning

  • Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
  • Communicate risks proactively to study teams.

Process Improvement

  • Drive:
    • Departmental improvements
    • Cross-functional process enhancements
    • Operational efficiency initiatives

8. Quality & Compliance Management

Inspection Readiness

  • Prepare documentation for:
    • Regulatory inspections
    • Internal audits

Documentation Support

Maintain and support:

  • eTMF documentation
  • Clinical Study Report (CSR) appendices
  • Batch records and listings

Product Quality Management

  • Record and investigate:
    • Product complaints
    • Deviations
    • Quality issues
  • Collaborate with PDQ teams on resolutions.

Change Control Support

  • Participate in change control implementation and assessment.

9. Meeting Leadership & Communication

Cross-Functional Meetings

Participate in:

  • Trial Supply Management Meetings
  • Clinical Supply Chain Meetings
  • Study Team Meetings
  • Matrix Team Meetings

Communication Responsibilities

  • Present supply status updates.
  • Communicate risks and mitigation plans.
  • Provide relevant supply chain documentation and metrics.

Education Requirements

Required

  • Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS)

Preferred Fields

  • Science
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Business Administration
  • Digitization / Data Analytics

Experience Requirements

Required

  • Minimum 2 years of Pharmaceutical Industry experience.
  • Minimum 1 year of Clinical Supply Chain or Clinical Development experience.
  • Experience supporting global clinical studies.

Preferred

  • Global Clinical Supply Chain experience.
  • Experience working in cross-functional international teams.

Technical Competencies

Clinical Supply Chain

  • Clinical Trial Supply Management
  • Demand Forecasting
  • Supply Planning
  • Inventory Management

Manufacturing & Operations

  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Packaging & Labeling
  • Logistics Management
  • Stability Programs

Regulatory Knowledge

  • Global Drug Development Process
  • Regulatory Requirements
  • Import/Export Regulations
  • Qualified Person (QP) Release Processes

Systems & Technology

  • Interactive Response Technology (IRT/IVRS)
  • Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS)
  • Supply Planning Tools
  • Industry Digital Platforms

Leadership & Behavioral Competencies

Strategic Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Translating Strategy into Action Plans
  • Decision-Making

Communication Skills

  • Effective Verbal Communication
  • Business Writing
  • Stakeholder Communication

Leadership Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Influencing Without Authority
  • Consensus Building

Project Management Skills

  • Planning & Execution
  • Risk Management
  • Budget Oversight
  • Timeline Management

Interpersonal Skills

  • Negotiation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Relationship Building
  • Customer Focus

Coaching & Mentoring

  • Knowledge Sharing
  • Team Development
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work Model

Depending on assignment, roles may be:

  • Site-Essential – 100% Onsite
  • Site-by-Design – Hybrid (minimum 50% onsite)
  • Field-Based
  • Remote-by-Design

Travel may be required based on business needs, vendor interactions, and project requirements.


Ideal Candidate Profile

A clinical supply chain professional with experience in forecasting, planning, investigational product management, and global clinical trial operations who can independently manage supply strategies, influence cross-functional teams, mitigate risks, and ensure uninterrupted supply of clinical materials across global development programs.