Senior Director, Clinical Supply Chain

Exelixis; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 226,000 - 321,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Life & disability insurance

Discretionary annual bonus

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Exelixis in Alameda, CA is seeking a Senior Director, Clinical Supply Chain to lead the development and execution of global clinical supply strategies. The role interfaces with CMC to ensure uninterrupted supply from development through commercial launch and oversees labeling, packaging, distribution, and vendor management across multiple studies.

The position requires extensive experience in clinical supplies management, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, 15+ years of related experience; or
• Master's, 13+ years; or
• PhD, 12+ years; or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Sets strategy for scheduling, delivery, packaging, labeling, and GMP-compliant distribution of clinical supplies.
• Oversees short-, mid-, and long-term forecast modeling and budget alignment.
• Manages inventories and regulatory filings across countries; ensures batch records and clinical supplies database upkeep.
• Leads vendor strategic sourcing and cross-functional collaboration to support development supply chain.
• Supervises staff and drives cost, methods, and staffing outcomes.

Skills

Supply chain management

GMP/GCP/GDP regulations

Leadership / people management

Strategic planning

Budgeting / cost control

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Master's degree in related discipline

PhD in related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Summary/Job Purpose

The Senior Director, Clinical Supply Chain is responsible for developing and implementing clinical supply chain procedures and infrastructure to support the upcoming pipeline of both small molecule and biologics projects. Also responsible for interfacing with CMC in developing clinical supply chain strategies ensuring availability of supply through development to commercial launch, as well as transferring sustaining activities during product development changes to the appropriate cross-functional teams to ensure continuation of supplies. Ensures uninterrupted supplies throughout the duration of a clinical study program based upon related targets and regulatory requirements.

• Sets strategy for oversight of scheduling and delivery of clinical supplies including strategies for creating label and packaging design, randomization, packaging, labeling and distribution in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulations.
• Oversees supply forecast modeling (short, medium and long-term). Ensures product requirements and costs for the budget are complete and in place for assigned projects. Evaluates the impact of changing the inventory targets, clinical demand, and budget restrictions. Ensures monthly inventory reports are published for all product/studies.
• Manages the inventories based upon targets and various regulatory filings (initial approvals and process changes in all countries).
• Oversees activities relating to the labeling, packaging and distribution plans for each study based on protocol requirements and factors such as regulatory requirements, blinding concerns, ease of handling by the sites and patients, and patient compliance.
• Manages the procurement of comparator drug products and matching placebo as required.
• Ensures distribution arrangements are in place to allow shipment following availability of technical and regulatory releases.
• Ensures that batch records and clinical supplies database are maintained.
• Works collaboratively with other Pharmaceutical Sciences functions, Clinical and Non-Clinical Teams in the strategic sourcing of vendors to support the development supply chain.
• Leads or manages the work of others by providing guidance to subordinates or teams based on organizational goals and company policy, with responsibility for results, including costs, methods and staffing.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Sets strategy for oversight of scheduling and delivery of clinical supplies including strategies for creating label and packaging design, randomization, packaging, labeling and distribution in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulations.
• Oversees supply forecast modeling (short, medium and long-term). Ensures product requirements and costs for the budget are complete and in place for assigned projects. Evaluates the impact of changing the inventory targets, clinical demand, and budget restrictions. Ensures monthly inventory reports are published for all product/studies.
• Manages the inventories based upon targets and various regulatory filings (initial approvals and process changes in all countries).Oversees activities relating to the labeling, packaging and distribution plans for each study based on protocol requirements and factors such as regulatory requirements, blinding concerns, ease of handling by the sites and patients, and patient compliance.
• Manages the procurement of comparator drug products and matching placebo as required.
• Ensures distribution arrangements are in place to allow shipment following availability of technical and regulatory releases.
• Ensures that batch records and clinical supplies database are maintained.
• Works collaboratively with other Pharmaceutical Sciences functions, Clinical and Non-Clinical Teams in the strategic sourcing of vendors to support the development supply chain.
• Leads or manages the work of others by providing guidance to subordinates or teams based on organizational goals and company policy, with responsibility for results, including costs, methods and staffing.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises staff, including hiring, scheduling and assigning work, reviewing performance, and recommends salary increases, promotions, transfers, demotions or terminations.
• Manages others through subordinate supervisors.

Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills & Abilities

Education

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline and a minimum of fifteen years of related experience; or,
• Master's degree in related discipline and a minimum of thirteen years of related experience; or,
• PhD degree in related discipline and a minimum of twelve years of related experience; or,
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Technical experience, in drug product manufacturing, analytical testing/QC and pharmacy packaging, and labeling operations as required in meeting FDA guidelines.
• Has extensive experience in implementing procedures and building infrastructure of a clinical supply chain function.
• Demonstrated experience in independently leading all aspects of clinical supplies management for Phase I, II and especially Phase III and Global trials as well as investigator sponsored trials (IST).

Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing and production planning techniques and the tools used in the industry to streamline the planning process.
• Uses broad expertise or unique knowledge and skills to contribute to development of company objectives and principles and to achieve goals in creative and effective ways.
• Ability to make strategic decisions. Ensures that team decisions align with organizational goals and that team members are empowered to make informed choices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing and production planning techniques and the tools used in the industry to streamline the planning process.
• Working knowledge of GMP/GCP/GLP/GDP regulations required.
• Identifies and implements methods, techniques, procedures, and evaluation criteria to achieve results.
• Able to contribute to the vision for continuous improvement across the organization. Able to pioneer innovative improvement strategies and evaluate long-term efficacy.
• Ability to interact with other key resources to develop a supply plan and facilitate it to completion.
• Performs a variety of complicated tasks with a wide degree of creativity and latitude.
• Ability to inspire a culture of delegation and accountability, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Ability to develop leaders.
• Has complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, concepts and techniques.
• Has good general knowledge of other related disciplines.
• Applies strong analytical and business communication skills.
• Proficient with broad use computer applications such as MS Office and specialized applications as needed for job.

Travel Requirements

• 20% Travel to vendor sites, team meetings and/or other offices.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this positionis $225,500 - $320,500 annually. 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.

At this point, we, the employer, do not request your name, education or any personal data that is not needed for a job application. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the recruiting process, please email us at: [e-mail].

Working Conditions

Our office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

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.