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Supply and Logistics Coordinator

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Hiring Remotely in United States
Mid level
Remote
Hiring Remotely in United States
Mid level
Coordinates clinical-study sourcing for depots, investigational medicinal products, couriers, medical devices, and ancillary supplies. Responsibilities include supplier research and evaluation, quotations, purchase requests, contracting, import/export documentation, returns, quality issue resolution, risk mitigation, sourcing ticket management, and supply planning. The role advises internal stakeholders, analyzes sourcing data, supports compliant procurement, manages supplier relationships, and mentors junior team members in a remote, fast-paced clinical research environment.
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When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
 
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.

About Parexel

Parexel is a leading global clinical development partner delivering insights-driven clinical and consulting solutions to the life sciences industry. With 22,000+ employees worldwide, we partner with biopharmaceutical companies and research sites to design and deliver patient-focused clinical trials that broaden access and make research a care option for anyone, anywhere.


We work with focus, agility, and shared purpose, moving with urgency to address patient needs and accelerate the delivery of new therapies. We embrace bold thinking, adapt quickly to change, and continually raise the bar for the speed and quality of clinical research. We are expanding our team and seeking talented individuals to help drive industry-leading innovation, With Heart.


About the Role

We are seeking a Supply and Logistics Coordinator (Supply Sourcing Coordinator, Clinical Supply Coordinator) to join our team working remotely.


As a Supply and Logistics Coordinator, you will provide tactical sourcing solutions for depots, investigational medicinal products, couriers, and ancillary supplies. You will analyze complex study requirements, advise internal customers, and coordinate sourcing activities that help ensure compliant products and services are available when clinical studies need them.


You will join a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your work will support clinical study execution through supplier selection, sourcing, contracting, problem resolution, and supply planning. By building effective supplier relationships and improving sourcing processes, you will help teams respond to urgent study needs while maintaining quality, compliance, and service.


Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain close working relationships with internal customers and provide professional sourcing advice and assistance at all levels.
  • Monitor the quality and efficiency of sourcing processes, pricing accuracy, purchase requests, approvals, and purchase orders.
  • Conduct commodity research, supplier selection and evaluation, and requests for information, quotation, and proposals.
  • Ensure products and services are obtained at budgeted prices and that ancillary materials and investigational products meet local import and export requirements.
  • Coordinate the return of rental equipment and medical devices, manage returns and refunds, and liaise with suppliers to obtain credit documentation.
  • Own and action sourcing help desk tickets, create and execute Statements of Work, and complete on-demand sourcing activities that support study needs.
  • Analyze data and trends to support predictive bulk purchasing and trigger qualifications of new suppliers with Procurement when required.
  • Anticipate sourcing challenges, take ownership through resolution, and work with suppliers to identify comparable compliant ancillary supplies.
  • Obtain required supplier and manufacturer documentation for import and export activities.
  • Take action on quality issues involving third-party suppliers and manage risk mitigation through resolution.
  • Assist internal customers with sourcing questions and system challenges and mentor junior team members.

Candidate Profile

You'll thrive in this role if you bring:

  • Strengths in sourcing, supplier coordination, analytical problem-solving, and project management
  • An operational understanding of clinical studies, clinical supply chains, and sourcing and contracting principles
  • A client-focused approach with the ability to work with urgency and accountability in a changing environment
  • The ability to collaborate across functions, work effectively in a matrix environment, and communicate across cultures
  • Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail when managing multiple priorities and tight timelines
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new systems and processes
  • A flexible, self-motivated, and professional approach to assignments and continued learning

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, or equivalent in biology, pharmacy, another health-related discipline, international trade, business administration, or logistics, or relevant work experience
  • Operational understanding of clinical studies, related supply chain activities, sourcing, and contracting principles
  • Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, Good Distribution Practice, and Good Practice requirements
  • Strong Microsoft Office knowledge
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt to changing study needs
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize work with tight timelines and significant urgency while maintaining attention to detail and first-time quality

Preferred Qualifications

  • 4+ years of sourcing or procurement experience in a contract research organization or pharmaceutical environment
  • Knowledge of sourcing operations and supplier management
  • Cross-functional business team experience
  • Process and project management capabilities

Benefits and Compensation

  • Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
  • Work/Life Balance
  • 401(k) with Company match
  • Pet Insurance

For a complete list of benefits, please visit www.parexel.com/us-benefits.


We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, which includes paid time off, a 401(k) match, life insurance, health insurance, and additional benefit offerings in accordance with the terms of our applicable plans.


If this job doesn't sound like the next step in your career, but perhaps you know of someone who'd be a perfect fit, send them the link to apply!


We believe in flexibility, growth, and creating space for people to do their best work. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions help shape the future of clinical research.

EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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