Senior Director, Strategic Supplier Relationships (GCP/Biotechnology/Oncology)

Summary / Job Purpose The Senior Director of Strategic Supplier Relationships & Oversight is responsible for developing an effective relationship and oversight model with multiple suppliers across Product Development and Medical Affairs in support of the Exelixis portfolio. The role is a key partner with our Strategic Sourcing and Procurement team and other functional groups. This leader optimizes governance approaches, including oversight of quality performance metrics, escalation and resolution of delivery and quality issues across all PDMA suppliers for Exelixis. The role is expected to lead, inspire, and develop a high‑performing team of supplier relationship professionals that work to ensure best‑in‑class metrics, market intelligence and benchmarking are in place. The leader assesses vendor performance, drives improvements across the supplier relationship landscape, and innovates and influences our strategic direction with our suppliers. The role serves as a point of escalation for internal and external stakeholders, identifies and champions opportunities for improvement, and drives necessary change in overseeing the relationship with suppliers. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Partner with PDMA functional departments and SSP to define, implement and continually improve outsourcing strategies, tactics and operations with strategic suppliers. Set a strategic vision, direction, and expectations for supplier relationships, including process improvement strategies, optimized ways of working, and partner excellence models. Ensure high quality design and execution of processes related to supplier relationship and quality oversight. Use industry insight to identify and deliver business‑ready solutions. Address and problem‑solve systemic issues in the supplier relationship, drive resolutions and improvements, and integrate lessons learned. Build and maintain supplier relationships with internal and external key business partners. Monitor, celebrate, and raise goal and result achievements at governance forums. Serve as a key liaison for SSP, legal, and finance on supplier relationship MSAs and work orders when needed. Act as a trusted business advisor, thought partner, and leader on key initiatives. Establish, document, track, and report vendor KPIs and KQIs. Develop and implement joint Exelixis/supplier issue escalation and resolution communication plans, pathways, and trackers. Triage, resolve, and/or escalate vendor relationship, performance, quality and other issues received from internal customers and/or suppliers. Supervisory Responsibilities Manage multiple straightforward reports. Education And Experience Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of 15 years of related experience; or Master’s degree in a related discipline and a minimum of 13 years of related experience; or Doctoral degree in a related discipline and a minimum of 12 years of related experience; or Equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum Level Of Job‑Related Experience Is Required Evidence of leadership and management skills of a senior‑level team engaging with external suppliers. Current understanding of the relevant external scientific, legal, and regulatory environment. Prior experience leading a team. Required Capabilities Leadership and networking skills. Communication and engagement skills. Partnership and collaboration skills. Influencing skills to drive robust oversight processes across a complex supplier landscape. Knowledge and Skills In‑depth knowledge of biopharmaceutical industry regulations, standards and best practices. Poise and confidence to provide verbal and written communications and formal presentations to Exelixis and external vendor executives and senior management. Self‑starter, quick learner, strong collaborator and team player able to work independently with minimal supervision. Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, problem‑solving, time‑management, change‑management and organizational skills with the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to changing priorities. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Strong attention to detail. Ability to identify and communicate issues and risks. Excellent presentation skills. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships. Ability to influence without direct authority. Excellent computer skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. Embraces Exelixis’ core values: Be Exceptional; Excel for Patients; Exceed Together. Job Complexity Accountable for leading, designing and driving changes in ways of working across a complex network of stakeholders and SMEs. Ensures processes are efficient and minimize burden on business owners across the clinical landscape to ensure quality of outsourced services. Working Conditions May include occasional travel (less than 10%). Compensation Base pay range for this position is $238,500 – $339,500 annually, adjusted for geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity. In addition to the base salary, Exelixis offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes a 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, discretionary annual bonus program, sales‑based incentive plan for field sales staff, company stock purchase options, long‑term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in the first year, 17 paid holidays (including a company‑wide winter shutdown in December), and up to 10 sick days per calendar year.

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The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the role. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr Exelixis