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Key Accountabilities Clinical Supply Chain Leadership Strategically plan, direct, and oversee the development, implementation, and continual improvement of clinical supply strategies and programmes for assigned portfolios across all clinical phases. Ensure comprehensive integration of demand and supply plans with global product and clinical development strategies. Programme & Project Management Lead cross-functional programme teams to design and deliver robust and resilient supply chains for global clinical trials. Accountability spans the end-to-end supply chain from drug substance to secondary kits, including critical shared materials (such as drug linkers and external comparator products), including forecasting and returns/destructions. Ensure programmes meet regulatory, quality, and operational requirements, with agile adaptation to evolving clinical and development needs. Risk Management & Business Continuity Planning Identify, evaluate, and proactively manage supply chain risks associated with clinical trial delivery, including material shortages, regulatory challenges, logistics disruptions, and demand variability. Develop and implement scenario-based mitigation plans and contingency measures to protect programme timelines and outcomes. Cross-Functional Stakeholder Engagement Represent Clinical Supply Chain in senior leadership forums, and external partnerships as needed. Serve as the key interface between Clinical Operations, Clinical Development, R&D, Pharmaceutical Technology and Development (PT&D), BPD, GTO and supply sites (internal & external). Lead integrated programme planning and establish collaborative operating models to ensure alignment, rapid issue resolution, and optimal delivery performance. Financial Management & Efficiency Own optimize and manage programme budgets, including forecasting, cost control, spend analysis, and financial reporting at portfolio and trial levels. Approve and monitor resource allocations, drive continuous improvement in cost efficiency, and provide recommendations for investment to support lifecycle supply chain excellence Process Improvement Drive the design and implementation of improvement initiatives across clinical supply processes and the programme supply chain, leveraging Lean and digital solutions to enhance operational agility, transparency, and sustainability in the tactical and strategic horizon. Performance Monitoring & Reporting Set, monitor, and deliver against critical supply performance indicators (KPIs), including on-time and in-full supply for clinical milestones, inventory levels, and lead-time reductions. Ensure clear visibility and accountability for results at senior leadership and governance forums. Leadership Competencies Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and communicate a compelling vision, set strategy, and drive long-term value creation for the clinical supply function. Results Orientation: Strong delivery focus, with the ability to prioritise, manage complexity, and drive operational performance to achieve business goals. Stakeholder Influence: Demonstrated strength in building collaborative relationships, influencing diverse teams, and effectively engaging at all levels of the organisation. Innovative Mindset: Ability to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement, embracing new technologies and approaches to enhance clinical supply delivery. Resilience and Adaptability: Capacity to work under high levels of ambiguity, pressure, and change, maintaining focus on desired outcomes. Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Sciences, Engineering, or a related field. Substantial experience in global supply chain management within a biopharmaceutical environment, including direct leadership of large, complex programmes. Strong financial acumen, with demonstrated expertise in budget management, cost control, and forecasting. Significant experience with strategic planning, risk management, and supply chain optimisation. Exceptional stakeholder management, networking and influencing skills at senior levels across functions Deep knowledge of drug development, clinical trial processes, cGxP and regulatory environments Ability to make and recommend complex, strategic programme and/or portfolio level decisions including influence and communicate with impact Ability to drive change, innovation, and continuous improvement within a complex matrix structure. Proven people and team leadership in a matrix or cross-functional global environment Date Posted 28-10月-2026 Closing Date 30-12月-2026 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.
Astrazeneca
China, China
Director Clinical Supply Programme Lead.
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