Avoid at all Cost - Inventory Manager Exelixis Employee Review

1.0
5 Sept 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Health benefits public transportation stipend - $100 per month

Cons

Everything else: This is a midsized pharmaceutical company that is trying to break into the big leagues and the CEO along with their senior "leadership" will sacrifice what is necessary to get there. This wouldn't be so bad if the company wasn't so top heavy, meaning that there are a lot of people in leadership positions that do not know how to people manage, train or provide resources to allow for the tasks to be completed. One of those resources is time; again, because it is so top heavy, those of us, like myself, who were at the bottom of the hierarchy, were just crushed by the workload and constant reprioritization of tasks and goals. What makes it all worse is that your managers, who are all directors and above, will never admit culpability; they will deny any accountability when it comes to the performance of their juniors. Considering the lack of training, the high workload and the constant demoralizing culture of "you aren't doing enough", people will leave and the high turnover rate is a sign of that. When you request help as your inundated, they will continue to pile on tasks and projects, letting you know along the way that if you can't handle it, then "maybe working at Exelixis isn't meant for you". Just stay away; the mental fatigue is not work the salary.

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5.0
8 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Comp and benefits: Pay, bonus, equity (ESPP, RSU, PSU, LTIP) very generous. Work life balance: Beautiful new building on the bay, nice views and climate. Onsite gym and cafeteria. 5 days a week onsite with flexibility, both a summer shutdown and a winter shutdown. Commuter benefits such as vanpool and BART. Culture and values: colleagues feel like family. The value of the company is to help patients recover stronger and live longer, and that's huge if being part of a bigger cause is important to you. Diversity and inclusion - Differences are celebrated. Career opportunities - If you wait around for your manager to promote you then it will take a while to happen anywhere. There's plenty of career opportunities in Exelixis, and every time I've shown interest, I've been given new opportunities. Senior management: It's easy to know the leaders at Exelixis, they're very approachable. People here are smart and passionate people that are shaping the future of this company.

Cons

Not everyone is suited to work here, because the company hires and retains high achievers. If you're a high achiever then this is a pro instead of a con, as you will get to work with similar, driven people.

4.0
30 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

I read all the reviews before, during, and after the interview process, and after accepting my offer, and found that much of what people are complaining about isn't unique to Exelixis. On-site expectations aren't unique, constant change isn't unique, and leaders who aren't perfect aren't unique. What is unique is the genuinely kind and committed staff, significant investment in excellent benefits and perks, dogs allowed in non-lab environments, and people who spend their careers here. My advice for job seekers: don't be scared. Reach out to your network and ask them directly about their experiences. Bitter Glassdoor reviews didn't dissuade me, and I'm glad I didn't listen.

Cons

Some teams are extremely top-heavy with titles that don't exist in the industry, and some leaders are more interested in flexing their control than leading with empathy.

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