John Karris
About John Karris
John Karris is a Senior Clinical Outsourcing Manager at Nektar Therapeutics and has extensive experience in clinical outsourcing and procurement across various pharmaceutical companies. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies, Political Science, and Business from Arizona State University.
Work at Nektar Therapeutics
John Karris has been serving as the Senior Clinical Outsourcing Manager at Nektar Therapeutics since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing clinical outsourcing activities, ensuring that the company's clinical trials are supported by effective procurement strategies. His position is based in San Francisco, California, where he contributes to the company's mission of advancing innovative therapies.
Previous Experience at GlaxoSmithKline
Prior to his current role, John Karris worked at GlaxoSmithKline as a Global Category Manager in R&D Procurement. His tenure lasted for one year from 2013 to 2014, during which he was based in Philadelphia, PA. In this position, he focused on procurement strategies within the research and development sector.
Experience at Genentech
John Karris held the position of Lead Clinical Outsourcing Manager for Regulatory Affairs at Genentech from 2015 to 2019. This four-year role in South San Francisco, California, involved overseeing clinical outsourcing processes related to regulatory compliance, contributing to the development of the company's clinical programs.
Education and Expertise
John Karris earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Arizona State University, where he studied International Studies, Political Science, Business, and Finance. His academic background, which spans from 2006 to 2010, provides him with a diverse foundation that supports his career in clinical outsourcing and procurement.
Career at Bristol-Myers Squibb
John Karris has held multiple roles at Bristol-Myers Squibb. He began as a Business Analyst Co-op in R&D Sourcing for the CRO Category from 2010 to 2011. He then served as a Procurement Analyst in Global Logistics & Packaging Sourcing from 2011 to 2012, followed by a position as a Buyer for Global Direct Materials from 2012 to 2013. These roles contributed to his extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management.