Apex Systems
Senior Specialist, Clinical Supply Chain Logistics
Apex Systems is a large staffing and consulting firm and we are looking for a Senior Specialist, Clinical Supply Chain Logistics with a background in Supply Chain in the Biotech or Pharma industries, exposure to inventory/logistics for sterile inventory or clinical trials, and strong knowledge of GMP/GDP compliance to place at our Biopharma client.
Client: Innovative Biopharma client
Contract/Perm & duration: 12-month contract (potential for extension)
Location: Downtown Toronto
The Senior Specialist, Cell Therapy Logistics will support our biotech’s client clinical logistics operations, including site logistics, warehousing, transportation, and distribution for all ongoing clinical trials. This role manages activities across a network of external manufacturers, 3PLs, and storage providers, while ensuring processes align with GxP standards and internal SOPs.
Success in this role requires strong project management and communication skills, along with experience in GMP manufacturing, logistics, or clinical supply within the biopharma industry. The Senior Specialist will work cross-functionally and maintain key external relationships, contributing to operational excellence and continuous improvement as BlueRock advances its cell therapy programs.
Responsibilities:
- Support day-to-day logistics operations for BlueRock’s cell therapy clinical programs across site logistics, warehousing, transportation, and distribution
- Coordinate logistics activities with external partners, including contract manufacturers (CDMOs), third-party logistics providers (3PLs), and storage facilities
- Ensure logistics processes align with GxP requirements and internal SOPs, and actively contribute to the development and revision of logistics procedures and work instructions
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Clinical Supply, Manufacturing, Quality, Clinical Operations) to ensure alignment and execution of end-to-end logistics plans
- Track and manage shipments of materials and products to and from clinical manufacturing hubs and clinical sites, ensuring on-time, compliant deliveries
- Participate in issue resolution, including temperature excursions, delays, and deviations, and ensure timely documentation and escalation where needed
- Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement across logistics workflows and partner performance
- Draft, review, and maintain logistics-related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions to ensure they remain current, compliant, and reflective of operational needs
- Contribute to the planning and operationalization of new logistics pathways as programs evolve from early- to late-phase clinical trials
- Serve as a technical subject matter expert (SME) for the implementation of inventory systems that support the Clinical Supply Chain
- Develop and maintain records and metrics to monitor performance, support reporting, and identify trends or risks
- Act as a point of contact for logistics-related matters with assigned external vendors
Key Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Life Sciences, Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or GMP operations within the biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry
- Experience working in or supporting clinical trial logistics, GMP manufacturing, or sterile supply chains
- Strong project management and organizational skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a regulated environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and manage external partners
- Experience with controlled temperature logistics and cold chain distribution preferred
- Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Distribution Practices (GDP), and other relevant regulatory guidelines
- Experience with ERP (SAP, Oracle) and IRT systems preferred
- Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving mindset, and attention to detail
- Comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
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