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This role is responsible for managing logistics activities and maintaining effective inventory control at Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) and Third-Party Logistics (3PL) warehouses, while also serving as a subject matter expert for the company’s ERP system, NetSuite. This position is critical in driving continuous improvement in logistics processes and supports the broader supply chain strategy.\nThis role requires flexibility to work early mornings and, at times, later hours to support global partners and supply chain operations across multiple time zones. 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Ardelyx utilizes industry data to ensure that our compensation is competitive and aligned with our industry peers. Actual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, and internal equity. The compensation package may also include an annual bonus target and equity awards, subject to eligibility and other requirements.\nArdelyx also offers a robust benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with generous employer match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, up to 12 weeks of living organ and bone marrow leave, equity incentive plans, health plans (medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability, flexible time off, annual Winter Holiday shut down, and at least 11 paid holidays.\nArdelyx is an equal opportunity employer.\nWe do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms, or recruiters or similar vendors. 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