Manager, Supply Chain at Avadel Management Corporation – Chesterfield, Missouri

About Avadel Pharmaceuticals plc

Who We Are: Avadel Pharmaceuticals plc (Nasdaq: AVDL) is a biopharmaceutical company focused on transforming medicines to transform lives. Our approach includes applying innovative solutions to the development of medications that address the challenges patients face with current treatment options. Oxybate therapy is currently the standard of care for the treatment of excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) and cataplexy in patients living with narcolepsy. However, other approved oxybate products are immediate release formulations requiring two nightly doses - one dose at bedtime and the second dose 2.5-4 hours later, in the middle of the night. LUMRYZ TM (sodium oxybate) extended release for oral suspension, applies our proprietary drug delivery technology to allow for a single bedtime dose, eliminating the need to have a forced awakening during the middle of the night and giving patients the chance for an uninterrupted night’s sleep. An extended-release medication sounds like a simple innovation, but it has been lacking for more than 20 years prior to our May 1, 2023 approval, and we believe this can be transformative for people with narcolepsy. For more information, please visit www.avadel.com or check out narcolespydisrupts.com.

What We Do: FDA-approved LUMRYZ (sodium oxybate) is a central nervous system depressant indicated for the treatment of cataplexy or excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) in patients 7 years of age and older with narcolepsy. The FDA found LUMRYZ to be clinically superior to currently marketed twice-nightly oxybate products and granted LUMRYZ seven years of Orphan Drug Exclusivity for adults on May 1, 2023, and again for pediatric patients 7 years and older on October 16, 2024. In both instances, FDA found that LUMRYZ makes a major contribution to patient care over currently available, twice-nightly oxybate products by providing a once-nightly dosing regimen that avoids nocturnal awakening to take a second dose.

How We Work: At Avadel, patients are the reason we exist, and our employees are our greatest competitive advantage – our “secret sauce.” The way we work is as important as the results we achieve. Our employees work together as ONE team and live our Values, which is what makes working at Avadel so special and why we will win for patients. Our ONE Team approach fosters a culture based on being relentless for patients, having confidence with humility, being courageous, taking insights to impact, and togetherness. In everything we do, we live the Avadel Values so we can be our best for our patients, our community and each other.

We need individuals who will dive in, roll up their sleeves, and join us to continue the LUMRYZ launch and our mission to serve the narcolepsy community.

Position Summary:

The Supply Chain Manager will lead activities related material movement, shipping & logistics, inventory management, operations process management, and other facets found within a supply chain operations department. The Supply Chain Manager will work with various departments to support developing and implementing robust processes enabling a smooth and effective supply chain. This role contributes to the day-to-day operational activities of the department, complies with supply chain policies, best industry standards, and applicable regulations, as well as works in close collaboration with the External Manufacturing and Quality Assurance teams.

Essential Functions:

• Have ownership of inventory management for the business from procurement to delivery (end-to-end delivery)
• Helps achieve inventory level objectives
• Develop a confident and effective understanding of a newly implemented ERP/MRP software platform.
• Scheduling of inbound receivables from suppliers and outbound deliveries to customers to include all documents for imports and exports.
• Support DEA Quota requests and grants as necessary
• Crafts functional strategies and specific objectives for logistics and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the company infrastructure.
• Serves as primary point of contact with carriers to maintain relationships and drive accountability for contractual metrics.
• Manage the Third-Party Logistics Provider and serve as the “front line” between the company and the valued customers.
• Manage production activities and reporting at the Secondary Packaging Supplier
• Manage all activities as it relates to Customer Service/3PL oversight and logistic support resolving any order issues; including arranging finished good shipments as product is released from manufacturer to 3PL.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels at Contract Manufacturers and distribution centers; take preventive actions to avoid potential supply issues while minimizing product loss to expiry or destruction.
• Support all aspects of the Serialization program, including process management and governance as well as system setup and integration. Work with CMOs and third-party providers to ensure all compliance requirements are fully met.
• Manage State License requirements.
• Develop processes that make the Supply Chain more efficient and organized.
• May assist in developing and implementing software solutions.
• Performs other supply chain/purchasing/inventory control duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field required.
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Management: Inventory Control, Logistics.
• Strong knowledge of ERP / MRP / systems, preferably SAGE.
• Strong Excel skills along with Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Familiarity with scheduling freight carriers, coordinating inbound deliveries.
• Serialization.
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize and reorganize workload to meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize time sensitive situations in a fast-paced environment.
• A creative and innovative thinker, with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and coordination abilities with demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with little supervision and track multiple processes.
• Demonstrate attention to details and follow through.
• Team player and can collaborate with others.

Avadel is committed to facilitating an open, honest, inclusive, transparent, and productive work environment where we work together as ONE team and ONE culture to be our best for patients, customers, and each other. Avadel is committed to equal employment opportunities and non-discrimination in employment. We believe that all employees and applicants should be treated with courtesy, dignity, and respect. Avadel does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, status as a covered veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. It is our intent to comply with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines in our employment practices and in our service to our clients. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.