Associate Director, Clinical Supply Chain

Olema Oncology is a cancer medicines company dedicated to impacting breast cancer and beyond. Our lead program, palazestrant (OP-1250), is a differentiated oral medicine known as a complete estrogen receptor antagonist (CERAN) initially in development for metastatic breast cancer. Our pipeline also includes OP-3136, a potent, selective oral inhibitor of the KAT6 pathway. At Olema, we are building a focused team committed to our mission with intention and clarity. Working alongside a talented passionate group of leaders and advisors, we strive to create better medicines that aim to help patients feel better, longer. For more information, visit us at www.olema.com.

About the Role >>> Associate Director, Clinical Supply Chain 

As the Associate Director of Clinical Supply Chain reporting to the Senior Director, Clinical Supply Chain, you will plan, create, implement, build, and optimize the clinical supply chain to ensure uninterrupted and timely clinical drug supply for Olema’s clinical programs. 

This role is available in either our San Francisco or Cambridge office and will require 10-15% domestic or international travel. 

Your work will primarily encompass: 

• End to End clinical supply chain management for multiple clinical programs’ early phase clinical studies with expectation to support later phase studies as they arise 
• Develop and implement global Clinical Supply Chain strategies 
• Manage global inventories, shipping, and third-party manufacturers / logistics providers 
• Develop and manage Interactive Response Technologies (IRT) systems 
• Oversight packaging, labeling, and distribution activities at multiple vendors 
• Generate and manage clinical labels 
• Identify supply chain risks, escalate if needed, and close out risk items 
• Partner with Clinical Operations to align on assumptions and build clinical supply to meet program demand 
• Represent Clinical Supply Chain on study execution teams 

Ideal Candidate Profile >>>  

A love of challenging, important work. We are a pragmatic team, driven to imagine and develop meaningful therapies for improving lives. All employees within our company play a unique and crucial role in our success, both in accomplishing our mission and building a positive company culture. As such, we are looking for someone with the right combination of knowledge, experience, and attributes for this role. 

Knowledge: 

• Bachelor's degree is required, Master’s degree is preferred  
• Early phase clinical development and clinical supply chain management is required, late phase also is preferred to grow with the programs 
• Thorough knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) 

Experience: 

• 8+ years of biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry experience in clinical supply chain management 
• Inventory management and third-party logistics oversight experience 
• Extensive experience managing forecast demands 
• Prior experience managing early phase studies, including those with combos with commercial drugs as comparators, etc.  
• Strong global shipping and customs experience 
• Solid experience developing clinical labels 
• Experience developing IRT specifications 
• Hands-on experience and troubleshooting proficiency with QMS and purchasing systems 
• Prior experience in oncology trials using small molecules is preferred  
• Excellent project management skills 

Attributes: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication and skills 
• Analytical thinking with problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines 
• A commitment to excellence 
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic; fast learner who can identify the core project challenges and expeditiously change course as required in a fast-paced organization 
• Teamwork and collaboration; balances team and individual responsibilities; gives and welcomes feedback; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed; shares expertise with others 
• Entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to prioritize key work streams and requirements that will change over the near and mid-term 
• A demonstrated ability to make decisions on incomplete information and in areas where a high degree of professional judgment is required 
• Be a “difference maker” in terms of one’s professionalism and contributions 
• Have impeccable professional ethics, integrity and judgment 
• Be collegial, hard-working, confident, a self-starter and have a passion for results 

The base pay range for this position is expected to be $190,000 - $210,000 annually, however the base pay offered may vary depending on location, market, job related knowledge, skills and capabilities, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes equity, bonus, and benefits.

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Important Information >>>

We provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and believe that great ideas and discoveries come from a mix of expertise, background, and experience. Olema is building a culture where the value of difference is celebrated.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, seeking to provide an open, flexible, and friendly work environment to empower employees and provide them with a platform to develop their long-term careers. A Summary of Benefits is available for all applicants.

Please note: Olema doesn’t accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Thank you.

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