Xencor, Inc., 465 N. Halstead St., Pasadena, California, United States of America Req #107
Friday, March 21, 2025
Director, Sourcing
Introduction:
Xencor is a public, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company located in the Los Angeles area (Pasadena) and in San Diego. Our focus is developing high-potential XmAb bispecific T-cell engagers and additional engineered drug candidates that leverage our differentiated technology platforms, and we are advancing our pipeline toward clinical proof-of-concept decisions. Our goal is to create high-impact therapeutics for patients with cancer and other serious diseases. More than 20 XmAb drug candidates engineered with our technology are in clinical development, and three XmAb medicines have been marketed by partners. For more information, please visit We have an excellent opportunity for a Director, Sourcing, to join our team.
This position will be hybrid with 2-3 days onsite in Pasadena, Ca.
Summary:
The Sourcing and Procurement organization is accountable for driving and delivering Procurement value to support stakeholders’ and organizational strategic objectives. The Director, Sourcing will focus on the development and deployment of global category strategies and initiatives. Responsibilities include leading our major supplier relationships, developing deeper relationships with the stakeholder groups through business partnering, driving RFI/RFP processes for supplier evaluation and selection, and ensuring that process improvement and procurement activities deliver the expected value.
The role covers all aspects of research, clinical trials, manufacturing, and in-scope administrative activities for supplies and outside services. This includes leading projects tied to the category strategies to deliver value to the business, the implementation of sustainability programs with vendors, and complex contractual negotiations. The Director will lead a team of two professionals and work closely with the legal team. This role will have high visibility across the organization, so the ability to effectively communicate with Senior Executive leaders is crucial.
Primary Responsibilities:
Education/Experience/Skills:
Position requires a BS in Finance, Engineering, Economics, or relevant field, and at least 13 years relevant sourcing and procurement experience in the biotech and/or pharmaceutical industry, including experience with the regulations associated with the pharmaceutical industry; an MBA or Master’s degree with at least 11 years’ experience is preferred.
Specific knowledge, expertise, and experience required in sourcing clinical trial services, research studies and services, laboratory equipment, supplies, and services, IND-enabling CMC development, and cGMP manufacturing. Additional required experience includes category management, project management, influencing, and business partnering. Must have proven track record of negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost savings initiatives.
Position also requires:
Physical, Mental and Environment Demands:
The physical, mental, and working environment demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this position. The physical demands of the office are normally associated with extended amounts of time sitting and using office equipment, including a computer, keyboard, and mouse, which can cause muscle strain. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. Periodic light lifting of supplies and materials may apply.
Specific mental demands for the position are listed above under requirements. In addition, mental demands for this position include:
Occasional travel may be required, including travel between Xencor’s Pasadena and San Diego offices. Work for this position is generally performed at Xencor’s worksite and requires full-time commitment.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Expected Base Salary Range: $190,000 - $220,000
The actual salary will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, including skills, competencies, education, and experience. Xencor offers a competitive total rewards package including 401k match, healthcare coverage, ESPP and a broad range of other benefits. In addition, this position will be eligible for an annual bonus and equity grant. For more information, please see
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement
The Company will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
The Company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
Xencor does not accept profiles or resumes from recruiting vendors without a binding written agreement. Any unsolicited submission of services and / or resumes in no way creates an obligation or duty by Xencor, implied or otherwise.
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