Senior Supply Chain Manager

• Partner with third-party manufacturers to align production schedules, raw materials, quality requirements, and regulatory compliance for small molecule APIs 
• Manage Ardelyx inventory across API-related CMO sites, ensuring accurate inventory control and efficient supply chain operations
• Manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders related to small-molecule API manufacturing and material movements. Monitor expenses against approved budgets and support accrual processes with Finance and Accounting
• Work cross-functionally with Quality Assurance, CMC, and Regulatory Affairs to support supply planning activities, identify potential risks, and develop proactive mitigation plans
• Use ERP systems and planning tools to model scenarios, track supply risks, and optimize logistics.  Maintain supply chain policies, procedures, and documentation and support training activities as needed
• Prepare reports, metrics, and presentations for management and cross-functional stakeholders
• Complete API and RSM related change control impact assessments
• Work with Supply Chain Director to ensure ex-US alliance orders are delivered timely and in accordance with contractual obligations and requirements

Qualifications:

• BA/BS in a technical, scientific, engineering, supply chain, or related discipline with 6 -8 years of experience in pharmaceutical supply chain or CMC project management.
• Demonstrated experience in API project management or supply chain for a virtual supply chain network
• Experienced in managing external manufacturing relationships
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and computer skills
• Excellent negotiating and problem-solving abilities
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, manage competing, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Up to 15% travel required