Associate Director, Clinical Supply Chain

Cytokinetics · South San Francisco, CA

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Clinical OperationsFull-time$195k–$228kCompany career page

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Role summary

Cytokinetics seeks an Associate Director to lead clinical supply chain strategy and execution for a cardiovascular biopharmaceutical company. The role encompasses demand forecasting, manufacturing coordination, vendor management, and regulatory compliance to ensure timely delivery of investigational medicinal products across global clinical trials.

What they're looking for

Bachelor's or Master's degree in chemistry, pharmaceutics, or related discipline
8+ years manufacturing experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry
5+ years operations management experience
Demonstrated vendor management expertise with CDMOs, depots, and logistics providers
Proficiency with clinical supply systems such as IRT, APS, or ERP platforms
Strong analytical capabilities and experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI
Advanced project management and cross-functional collaboration skills

What you'll be doing

Develop and maintain end-to-end supply plans including demand forecasting and inventory strategies across depots and external manufacturers
Translate clinical development forecasts into executable supply strategies aligned with regulatory and operational milestones
Lead cross-functional scenario planning and risk assessments to ensure uninterrupted supply throughout clinical development
Oversee vendor performance and establish best practices for process standardization across studies and programs
Monitor supply chain performance using KPIs and dashboards to identify trends and drive continuous improvement

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