Associate Director – Clinical Supply Chain, Logistics and Vendor Management

Amgen

. Manage the global Logistics and Vendor Management team in Development Supply Chain .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeThousand Oaks • California • United StatesSenior💰 $161,560 - $218,582 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain management and logistics, with a strong focus on vendor management, compliance with GMP and GDP regulations, and operational excellence. Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and drive process improvements in a regulated environment.

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Supply Chain ManagementVendor ManagementGMP RegulationsProject Management CertificationOperational Excellence

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Hard Skills

Logistics PrinciplesTransportation ManagementTemperature-Controlled LogisticsInternational Trade PrinciplesClinical Development PrinciplesERP Systems (SAP)Key Performance IndicatorsRegulatory Guidelines (GxP, ICH)Budget ManagementProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

CoachingCommunicationDecision-MakingProblem-SolvingStrategic Thinking

Tools & Technologies

MS Office ApplicationsLogistics ToolboxDigital TechnologyData Sciences

Certifications & Qualifications

Leadership Curriculum CertificationProject Management Certification (PMP, IPMA)APICS Certification

Industry Keywords

BiotechnologyPharmaceutical IndustryClinical Trial SuppliesRegulated EnvironmentInternational Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the global Logistics and Vendor Management team in Development Supply Chain
Ensure clinical trial supplies move safely, compliantly and reliably through a global logistics network
Set up and ensure successful operation of the logistics network and logistics toolbox in assigned regions
Determine distribution strategy and ensure transportation processes and vendor performance comply with Amgen quality requirements and regulations
Own relationships with key strategic vendors and drive value creation
Establish working relationships with key partners and represent Development Supply Chain in networks and cross-functional projects
Manage significant distribution budgets and independently determine strategy and day-to-day execution
Coach and advise professional team members, develop staff, allocate resources and ensure timely training
Own the logistics vendor portfolio and drive continuous value creation
Contribute to Development Supply Chain strategy, implementation plans and goals
Define individual goals, track progress, provide feedback and conduct performance reviews
Monitor logistics network and vendor performance using key performance indicators
Ensure processes are timely, compliant and efficient, including compliance with GMP, GDP and Annex 13
Provide guidance and technical advice and lead process and procedure improvement initiatives
Collaborate with peers, partners and global counterparts to achieve global alignment
Manage interfaces between internal and external functional groups in the development supply chain
Support the clinical logistics technology roadmap with Digital, Technology & Innovation, Data Sciences and external providers
Monitor customer satisfaction and take appropriate action
Own and execute process improvement, new capability and other assigned projects
Represent the Development Supply Chain team in internal and external audits and inspections
Report on distribution budgets and seek efficiency opportunities
Travel up to 5–10% of the time

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctorate degree and 3 years of supply chain industry experience OR Master’s degree and 7 years of supply chain industry experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of supply chain industry experience OR Associate’s degree and 12 years of supply chain industry experience OR High school diploma / GED and 14 years of supply chain industry experience
Minimum of 3 years’ experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation of resources
At least 6 years’ relevant working experience, preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
Strong knowledge of supply chain management, logistics principles, international trade principles and clinical development principles
At least 3 years of supervisory experience of Bachelor/Master level staff in a (project) management environment and in an international and regulated environment
Subject-matter expert knowledge of transportation, vendor management and temperature-controlled logistics
Working knowledge and understanding of GMP regulations, advanced understanding of GDP guidelines and SOX regulations
Operational Excellence/continuous improvement expertise
General understanding of regulatory guidelines impacting clinical supplies, including GxP, ICH guidelines and Clinical Trial Directive
Experience working in an international environment
Fluency in English, both oral and written
Advanced experience in MS Office applications
Experience using ERP systems, preferably SAP
Leadership curriculum certification
Project Management certification (PMP, IPMA)
APICS certification
Strong coaching, management, communication, presentation, facilitation, influencing, negotiation, analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to operate in a team or matrix environment and handle multiple responsibilities and priorities simultaneously
Strategic thinking and ability to translate company priorities into actionable plans
Ability to distill complex information into a logical, concise manner for senior management
Ability to act on operational, tactical and strategic levels
Willingness to travel up to 5–10% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions
Group medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Discretionary annual bonus program
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible
Career development opportunities
Work/life balance
Financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals