Strategic Sourcing Leader: G&A, IT & Commercial

Exelixis; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 157,500 - 223,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Annual bonus

Stock purchase

Long-term incentives

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

Exelixis in Alameda, CA is seeking a Senior Sourcing Manager to lead strategic procurement initiatives within SS&P, partnering with Category Leads to deliver cost-effective sourcing solutions. You will manage high-impact spend, negotiate contracts, and oversee supplier performance for G&A, IT, and commercial categories, while aligning with Legal, HR, Finance and Facilities teams.

The role requires advanced knowledge of procurement, RFI/RFP processes, and experience with contract lifecycle tools;

Qualifications

• Experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry required.
• Experience in pharma/biotech R&D outsourcing, purchasing and supplier management.
• Familiarity with Agiloft, Ariba, SAP, Tableau or equivalent applications desired.

Responsibilities

• Engage business stakeholders and strengthen strategic partnerships.
• Manage high-impact spend and drive cost savings through negotiations.
• Develop supplier segmentation and performance programs.
• Identify and mitigate supply risks with contingency planning.
• Lead SS&P processes and mentor junior team members.
• Ensure compliance with policies and standards.

Skills

Experience in pharma/biotech

R&D outsourcing

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation experience

Familiarity with CLM tools

Education

Master's degree + 7+ years

Bachelor’s degree + 9 years

Associate degree + 11 years

Tools

Agiloft

Ariba

SAP

Tableau

Job description

Exelixis in Alameda, CA is seeking a Senior Sourcing Manager to lead strategic procurement initiatives within SS&P, partnering with Category Leads to deliver cost-effective sourcing solutions. You will manage high-impact spend, negotiate contracts, and oversee supplier performance for G&A, IT, and commercial categories, while aligning with Legal, HR, Finance and Facilities teams.

The role requires advanced knowledge of procurement, RFI/RFP processes, and experience with contract lifecycle tools;