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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate Director, IT Product Management - Enterprise Platforms, Finance (SAP) - **Company:** Exelixis Inc - **Location:** Alameda, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $198,000.0 - $250,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Services, SAP (Applications), Software Engineering, GXP - **Published:** October 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18736537/Associate-Director-It-Product-Management-Enterprise-Platforms-Finance-Sap-California-Alameda ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 11 years of related experience; or * Master's degree in a related discipline and 9 years of related experience; or * Equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience * 5+ years in IT product management or digital workplace leadership roles * Experience in full lifecycle system development (design, implementation, validation and support) of cloud based solutions and platforms * Experience in implementing and supporting financial applications within the pharmaceutical industry is preferred. * Experience with SAP is required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: * Advanced understanding of technical, functional domain and architecture of areas supported * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Ability to work in ambiguous situations * Knowledge of an Agile-based service delivery model * Ability to multitask, work collaboratively across a matrix organization, and ensure flexibility in a dynamic corporate and team environment * Solid planning and tracking skills, well-organized, focused on results, capable of managing multiple projects, and excellent time management * Strong judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution. * Ability to leverage both internal and external resources to expedite and deliver projects * Ability to work in a team environment, create timelines, and continually make necessary adjustments * Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously in a dynamic, fast-paced environment ## Description The Associate Director, IT Product Management - Enterprise Platforms plays a key role in delivering digital workplace solutions that enhance enterprise productivity, collaboration, and content management. This role supports the execution of platform roadmaps, manages product delivery, and partners with cross-functional teams to improve user experience and operational efficiency. The Associate Director contributes to innovation and continuous improvement across the digital workplace ecosystem., * Strategy & Roadmap + Lead the execution of product strategy and develop actionable product plans and roadmaps. * Team Leadership + Lead a high-performing development and operations team to execute the product and platform roadmap. Address issues or gaps through informed decision making. * Stakeholder Collaboration + Work closely with internal stakeholders and end users to deliver new product features and resolve operational issues. * Vendor Management + Support relationships with external vendors and service providers to ensure delivery aligns with platform goals and service levels. * IT Product Delivery + Oversee the entire development life cycle, from conceptualization to delivery across products and stakeholders, including security, continual support and enhancements, change management and user adoption. * Performance Metrics + Create and monitor key performance indicators to assess product effectiveness and business value. * Budget Management + Assist in budget planning and cost management across all products and sub product lines in his/her functional areas of support. * Market Analysis + Analyze trends and best practices again to identify opportunities for new features and improvements across products. * Quality Assurance + Ensure that all product releases meet rigorous quality standards and compliance requirements if any, including SOX, GxP and 21 CFR Part 11. * Security Protocols + Implement and maintain security protocols to ensure all enterprise platforms and applications adhere to the latest security standards and protect sensitive data. * Performs other duties as assigned * Complies with all policies and standards, * Recruit staff to meet the unit's immediate objectives and develop staff to meet longer term objectives. * Appraise the performance of subordinates and recommend changes regarding job, pay and employment status. * Assist with operating budgets, and capital budgets if required, and control expenses to adhere to approved budgets. * Keep informed of company policies and procedures as well as keep current with technical and regulatory developments to ensure compliance. * Develop policies and procedures or recommend revisions to facilitate the accomplishment of the unit's objectives. * Cooperate with management and staff of other organizational units to accomplish overall organizational objectives. * Provide a safe workplace and ensure employees are aware of and adhere to safety policies and procedures., Location: Alameda, CA Range for this position: $198,000 - $250,500 The base pay offered will take into account 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.