Comparator Sourcing Supply Lead, Clinical Manufacture & Supply

AstraZeneca

Base: $125,056.80 - $187,585.20 usd annual; bonus/...
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Source commercially available medicinal products
Manage strategic supplier relationships
Design robust sourcing strategies
** AstraZeneca is seeking a Comparator Sourcing Supply Lead for its Clinical Manufacture & Supply organization, focusing on sourcing commercially available medicinal products for clinical trials. The role requires strong supplier management, strategic sourcing skills, and a commitment to compliance and quality in a hybrid work environment. **

Job Summary

  • You will build and manage strategic supplier relationships, design robust sourcing strategies, and ensure GDP/GMP-compliant, audit-ready supply chains that meet study timelines, quality, and cost targets.
  • Partner with Quality Assurance on supplier qualification, Technical/Quality Agreements, temperature-control requirements, serialization/traceability, and counterfeit-risk mitigation.
  • AstraZeneca is committed to being a Great Place to Work—empowering people to push the boundaries of science in an inclusive culture that champions diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** AstraZeneca is seeking a Comparator Sourcing Supply Lead for its Clinical Manufacture & Supply organization, focusing on sourcing commercially available medicinal products for clinical trials. The role requires strong supplier management, strategic sourcing skills, and a commitment to compliance and quality in a hybrid work environment. **

Salary

Base: $125,056.80 - $187,585.20 USD Annual; Bonus/Equity: short-term incentive bonus opportunity, equity-based long-term incentive program; Benefits: qualified retirement program, paid vacation and holidays, paid leaves, health benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Source commercially available medicinal products
  • Manage strategic supplier relationships
  • Design robust sourcing strategies
  • Ensure GDP/GMP-compliant supply chains
  • Partner with Quality Assurance on supplier qualification

Nice-to-have

  • Champion Lean and continuous improvement
  • Commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in clinical trial supply, pharmaceutical procurement, or comparator sourcing
  • Demonstrated project management and change management skills
  • Strong understanding of quality principles and cGMP/GDP
  • Proven negotiating and problem-solving skills

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