Stephanie Ceballos
About Stephanie Ceballos
Stephanie Ceballos serves as the Director of IT Operations at Mirati Therapeutics, where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in the biotechnology sector, she has successfully managed ERP implementations and led significant growth initiatives within the company.
Current Role at Mirati Therapeutics
Stephanie Ceballos serves as the Director of IT Operations at Mirati Therapeutics, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she manages IT operations and oversees various projects that enhance the company's technological capabilities. Her responsibilities include managing an annual budget of $4.5 million for sourcing vendors and purchasing IT equipment. Ceballos has played a significant role in automating the onboarding process, which has supported the company's growth from 140 to 500 employees in a span of two years.
Previous Experience at Mirati Therapeutics
Prior to her current position, Ceballos worked at Mirati Therapeutics as the IT Business Partner for General and Administrative functions, serving as Associate Director from 2020 to 2021. During her tenure, she facilitated a nine-month ERP implementation of NetSuite and Coupa, collaborating closely with accounting teams. She also developed a strategic project roadmap for ERP implementations tailored to the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors.
Professional Background in IT
Ceballos has extensive experience in the IT field, having worked at Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc. from 2002 to 2020 in various roles. She began as Help Desk Manager, then served as Associate Director of IT, and contributed as the IT technical Subject Matter Expert for G&A application upgrades and integration projects. Additionally, she worked at La Jolla Pharmaceutical Company as an IT Project Manager from 2016 to 2018, further solidifying her expertise in IT operations and project management.
Education and Qualifications
Stephanie Ceballos studied at San Bernardino Valley College, where she earned an Associate of Arts degree. Her educational background provides a foundation for her extensive career in IT, particularly in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Ceballos's qualifications and experience enable her to effectively manage complex IT projects and collaborate with various departments within her organization.
Key Contributions and Achievements
Throughout her career, Ceballos has made significant contributions to the organizations she has worked for. At Mirati Therapeutics, she has led cross-functional collaboration with Finance, HR, and Legal departments to define key business processes and requirements. She has also negotiated contracts with external vendors to improve business efficiency through technology systems, demonstrating her ability to enhance operational effectiveness.