Head of Operations & Business Management

This position oversees the overall success of delivery and execution within Pharmaceutical and Biological Operations, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain. The role provides strong operational leadership, cross-functional collaboration skills, and a proven track record in managing complex CMC programs across internal teams and external partners.Drive end-to-end execution of CMC development and manufacturing activities from early development through commercial readiness, adapting to evolving priorities and challenges. Build partnership across internal stakeholders and external CDMOs to ensure readiness for each phase of development and manufacturing.Solve Problems and Minimize Risk: Proactively identify technical, operational, and supply risks; Ensure Excellence in External Partnership: Monitor CDMO performance, ensure alignment with quality and regulatory standards, and drive accountability for results.Demonstrate Executive Presence: Promote consistency, best practices, and continuous improvement across business operations in PSC. Provide meeting management support, including meeting planning, scheduling, facilitation, documentation (development of meeting agenda and minutes), and follow-up/follow-through on action items.Develop tools and dashboards to monitor key deliverables, decision points, risks, and critical path activities to drive delivery.Oversee material movement, inventory management, and liaise between internal contract/outsourcing team, technical teams, and CDMOs to coordinate contract related workstreams to ensure operational continuity. Involves management of cross-functional teams of senior executives and functional teams in support of collaboration objectives.or,PhD in a relevant drug or biological development discipline and eight years of related experience; or,Equivalent combination of education and training.Experience:Advanced degree (MBA, PhD) preferred.Requires at least five years of CMC development or project management experience in pharmaceutical or biotech field.Experience managing a portfolio of multiple products, and prioritization of activities and resources.Determination and persistence in working through challenging and/or ambiguous business situations.Strong project management and organization.Committed to continuous improvement, both for individual responsibilities and contributions to PSC processes.Self-motivated, works with limited supervision. Seeks training and guidance when needed.Should be knowledgably about cGMP requirements and quality management systems for the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry environment.Working knowledge of drug development process and the Federal laws and regulations affecting the pharmaceutical industry.Works on business cases and projects with high degrees of uncertainty and ambiguity; certain key business processes may be nascent or not yet formed.Requires frequent executive level communications (verbal and written) with internal and external stakeholders.Requires strong judgment, in accordance with both contractual terms and Exelixis culture, for structure of communication with internal/external parties and in ongoing decision-making.Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.Environment: primarily working indoorsTravel required up to 20%Work Environment/Physical Demands:Our office is a modern, open-plan space that foster collaborations and creativity. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.#The base pay range may take into account the candidate’s geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the application and/or recruitment process, please email us at: View email address on click.appcast.io office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.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, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.SummaryLocation: Alameda, CAType: Full time