Lead BlueRock Therapeutics' end-to-end supply chain strategy and operations for research, process development, clinical manufacturing, and clinical trial executionEstablish and lead integrated planning, strategic sourcing, procurement, materials management, inventory control, and distribution capabilitiesPartner with Manufacturing, Technical Operations, MSAT, Process Development, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical Operations, and external suppliersOversee procurement, planning, and materials management teamsDevelop integrated supply planning aligned with demand, manufacturing capacity, inventory, sourcing strategies, CMC development plans, and clinical requirementsImplement supply chain standards, metrics, and governanceLead capacity planning and scenario modeling for prioritization, resource allocation, and decision-makingDevelop sourcing strategies for raw materials, consumables, testing services, and outsourced manufacturingBuild strategic supplier partnerships and mitigate supply and quality risksSupport supplier qualification, performance management, quality agreements, audits, and inspection readinessEnsure compliant movement of clinical materials, drug product, patient-specific therapies, and development samplesOversee logistics, import/export activities, permits, chain-of-identity, chain-of-custody, and clinical documentationDevelop cold-chain and controlled-temperature distribution strategiesEnsure labeling, packaging, and distribution controls for clinical investigational productsLead GMP materials management, inventory control, warehousing, replenishment, master data governance, and transactional complianceServe as business lead for ERP, inventory management, sourcing, logistics,



and digital transformation systemsEstablish procedures and quality systems for inventory accuracy, traceability, and regulatory complianceBuild materials-management and supply-chain infrastructure for Greater Toronto Area operations under design and constructionLead and develop supply chain planners, buyers, and materials management professionalsFoster operational excellence, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvementEnsure compliance with GMP regulations, BlueRock policies, and global regulatory requirementsMaintain inspection-ready operations and support audits, inspections, and quality investigationsMonitor and report KPIs to drive operational effectiveness and continuous improvementRequirementsBS/MS or PhD in a business or scientific field with ≥12+ years of experience in operations, procurement, or supply chain, or equivalent work experienceMinimum of 5 years of relevant supply chain management and/or project leadership experienceDirect experience with shipments requiring critical/ultra-cold chain constraints, materials, inventory control, warehousing,



and distributionGeneral understanding of pharmaceutical supply chain including serialization preferredExperience working in a GxP pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology regulated environmentExperience representing the function as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and defending GxP systems in audit settingsAbility to adapt to changing timelines and priorities in a fast-paced, energetic companyExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExperience with relevant legal standards and compliance systemsWorking knowledge of Quality Assurance (QA) and Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) standardsDemonstrated application of LEAN or Six Sigma preferredExperience working with contract service providers such as offsite warehouses and logistics providersExperience with ERP, LIMS, CMMS, and WMS electronic systemsAbility to analyze and resolve problems independentlyCore CompetenciesDemonstrates extensive expertise in supply chain strategy and operations, including procurement, materials management, and compliance within GxP regulated environments. Proven ability to lead teams, develop sourcing strategies, and implement supply chain standards to ensure operational excellence.Highest-signal resume keywordsSupply Chain ManagementGxP ComplianceProcurement StrategyInventory ControlCold-Chain DistributionATS Optimization KeywordsHard SkillsSupply Chain StrategyMaterials ManagementCapacity PlanningScenario ModelingGMP RegulationsQuality AssuranceLEAN MethodologySix SigmaProject LeadershipPharmaceutical Supply ChainSoft SkillsExcellent CommunicationAdaptabilityCollaborationOperational ExcellenceProblem SolvingIndustry KeywordsClinical ManufacturingRegulatory ComplianceSupply Chain GovernanceInspection ReadinessQuality AgreementsTools & TechnologiesERP SystemsLIMSCMMSWMSDigital Transformation Systems #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director, Supply Chain (Toronto)
🏢 Jobtailor
📍 Toronto