Director, Production Operations and Distribution

Overview

LabConnect improves lives by partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and clinical research organizations (CROs) to accelerate the development of new medicines around the world.

We are an independent, global, one-stop-shop focused on delivering Central Laboratory Services that are tailor-made, timely and flexible to meet the evolving study demands of traditional to increasingly complex trials. Additionally, we provide Functional Service Provider (FSP) Solutions, supporting our clients with scientific and technical expertise, acting as an extension of their team, coordinating all laboratory related needs, advising on strategies for lab data collection and providing end-to-end analytical and logistical solutions.


Job Summary
As the Director, Production Operations and Distribution, you will be responsible for overseeing the production and leadership of global clinical trial operations in highly regulated environments. This role combines both strategic leadership and operational oversight, ensuring the business objectives of growth, profitability, and efficiency are met. The Director will also lead clinical ancillary supplies and management, ensuring proper inventory management, serviceable equipment, and distribution.

Essential Duties and Other Responsibilities:
• Operational Oversight: Direct all activities related to global kitting assembly and inventory management of clinical trial materials, ensuring compliance with FDA and other regulatory standards.
• International Coordination: Maintain a dotted-line reporting structure with international kit build operations, ensuring consistency, best practices, and operational alignment across global sites for optimal customer experience.
• Ensure operational excellence of clinical ancillary supplies and management, maintaining standard operating procedures, training, and other compliance related activities.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with senior leadership, finance, logistics, and other departments to align operational goals with overall business objectives.
• Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Other Duties as Assigned: Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as necessary to support the organization's goals.

Education/Experience/Skills Required:
• Master’s degree with 4 years or bachelor’s degree with 6 years related experience, preferred.
• Experience working in the following areas:
◦ Manufacturing and/or assembly environment is required; laboratory, inventory or clinical trial management preferred.
◦ Federally regulated environment is required; global is preferred.
◦ European and/or the Asia Pacific experience preferred.
◦ Strong leadership ability with a proven track record of mentoring others.
• Operational experience such as creating SOPs and training documents.
• Ability to make quick decisions in a high pressure env't.
• Collaborative across business functions.
• Strong communication, including professional presentation skills.
• Ability to perform analytical and financial analysis of business KPIs.
Working Location:
• Johnson City, TN
• In office, Monday - Friday
• International travel as needed, up to 25% (EMEA and/or Australia)


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Some of the Perks our LabConnectors Love:

• Financial Security (base pay, 401k match and possible annual bonus eligibility)
• Health Benefits beginning on date of hire
• PTO plan plus 11 Paid Company Holidays and 1 day to Volunteer in your community
• Short and Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D
• We celebrate our differences, which enrich our Culture

We are a growing and global team which Values People First, Quality Focused, Customer Centered, Technology Driven and Accountability Always. In addition to great perks and challenging work assignments, we invest in our people with enriching career growth opportunities.


We believe in a friendly and collaborative environment with open lines of communication. Join our team and discover how your work can impact the lives of people all over the world.


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