Interim Director - Clinical Network & Supply Chain Integration

An opportunity has arisen for an Interim Director – Clinical Network & Supply ChainIntegration to join a health research organisation and charity supporting large-scale medical research to improve disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment. As an Interim Director, reporting to the Chief Health Officer, you will lead the strategic development and integration of a UK-wide clinical network and supply chain, ensuring efficient service delivery. This initial 6-month contract role offers hybrid working, UK-wide travel as required, and a competitive salary with benefits. You will be responsible for:

• Designing an integrated network covering phlebotomy, sample transport, laboratory processing and storage.
• Converting recruitment targets and geographical needs into demand forecasts and capacity plans.
• Reviewing clinical, logistics, laboratory and storage capacity to identify gaps, risks and improvements.
• Developing a scalable UK-wide clinical network and assessing supplier agreements, contracts and performance.
• Working with procurement and commercial teams on supplier strategies, contracts and mobilisation plans.
• Establishing contingency plans, governance, KPIs, reporting and demand and capacity planning processes.
• Engaging senior stakeholders, advising executives on network design, investment, risks and supplier strategy, and developing an implementation roadmap.
• Perform other duties as required. What we are looking for:
• Senior management experience in healthcare, clinical services, diagnostics, laboratory operations, life sciences or a similarly complex operational environment.
• Experience designing or transforming large-scale service networks involving multiple suppliers.
• Background in overseeing complex service operations across geographically dispersed locations.
• Strong understanding of demand forecasting, capacity management and operational network design.
• Track record of delivering operational transformation, supplier mobilisation and effective service integration.
• Substantial commercial and procurement expertise, including supplier relationships and contract management strategies.
• Strong programme management and changing leadership capabilities, with the ability to engage and influence a range of stakeholders.
• Ability to interpret complex operational information and develop effective solutions. Candidates from the following backgrounds will be considered: Clinical Operations Director, Healthcare Operations Director, Supply Chain Director, Director of Clinical Services, Director of Network Operations, Director of Laboratory Operations, Healthcare Transformation Director, Interim Operations Director, Head of Clinical Operations, Head of Supply Chain, Programme Director – Healthcare, Director of Healthcare Logistics, Head of Clinical Network or a similar senior leadership role. Apply today for an opportunity to lead the development of a complex clinical network and supply chain, helping deliver the operational infrastructure needed to support important healthcare research. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003