Associate Director, Clinical Supply

The Associate Director, Clinical Supply will oversee comprehensive clinical supply activities, including demand and supply planning, inventory optimization, packaging and labeling plans, depot and site resupply, and risk mitigation. The ideal candidate will bring deep clinical supply planning experience in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across functions to align supply chain operations with Corcept's clinical objectives.

Position may require ~10–15% travel.

Responsibilities:

• Review clinical study protocols and dosing schemas and translate them into Investigational Medicinal Product (IMP) demand and supply planning requirements
• Support 9- to 18-month demand and supply forecasting, translating forecasts into clinical packaging and labeling execution plans and implementing depot and clinical site seeding and resupply strategies
• Optimize inventory levels to balance supply and demand and minimize expiry risk
• Identify supply chain opportunities and risks, develop mitigation strategies, and use scenario planning to reduce disruption, strengthen resilience, and ensure continuity of supply during disruptions or unforeseen events
• Perform tasks in systems (e.g., IRT, Veeva, etc.) to facilitate compliant and efficient progression of IMP through the supply chain
• Ensure accurate inventory management and record-keeping at depots through timely reconciliations
• Obtain and review service provider quotes, approve purchase requisitions, and reconcile invoices
• Establish and maintain planning processes and SOPs
• Partner with Logistics management and external partners to monitor and resolve shipping-related issues, escalating matters to senior leadership as needed
• Build and maintain cross-functional partnerships with Quality, Regulatory, Clinical Operations, and other internal teams to ensure alignment, timely communication, and effective execution

Preferred Skills, Qualifications and Technical Proficiencies:

• Ability to manage resources and timelines for complex clinical studies and programs
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with demonstrated capability analyze complex data and make data-driven decisions 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously and meet deadlines
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Solid understanding of inventory strategies, shelf‑life management, and supply risk mitigation within regulated environments
• Ability to synthesize data into clear, executive‑level communications and recommendations
• Ability to operate independently with program‑level accountability in a dynamic, growth‑oriented environment
• Bias toward action in risk mitigation and developing solutions

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, life sciences, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in clinical supply, demand/supply planning, or pharmaceutical supply chain roles within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
• Experience with clinical study designs, blinding practices and global trials from Phase 1 (First in human) to late-phase programs
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, outsourced supply models, and supply chain lead‑time dynamics
• Advanced excel skills and project management experience preferred

The pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this headquarters-based position is $180,900 - $212,800; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on legitimate considerations, including geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education.

 Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.