Job Description

General Summary:

Vertex is seeking an Associate Director of Supply Chain to lead the development of upstream supply strategy for the Pain portfolio and support the Program Lead on end-to-end strategic initiatives. This role is ideal for a strategic, collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and brings strong expertise in scenario planning, cross-functional influence, ERP systems, and executive communication.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in aligning supply chain strategy with broader program objectives, enabling informed decision-making, and ensuring continuity of supply across a complex and highly regulated environment.

This is a Hybrid position that requires 3 days in Boston per week.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead the upstream supply chain strategy and integrate it with overall program strategy in partnership with cross-functional leaders

• Partner closely with the Program Lead to prepare critical analyses, recommendations, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders

• Support the U.S. S&OP planning process by leading the working team and serving as a liaison across Commercial, Finance, and Operations

• Communicate supply plans and key updates to Commercial Manufacturing and Supply Chain leadership

• Collaborate across Commercial, Quality, Technical Operations, Regulatory, and Manufacturing Operations to advance program objectives while representing Supply Chain priorities

• Drive data-informed decision-making through scenario planning, balancing likely demand scenarios with supply constraints while maintaining flexibility and optionality

• Work with internal and external partners to resolve issues that could delay material flow or execution of key initiatives

• Support supply planning for product launches and phase-out activities

• Partner with Finance on the development of annual budgets

• Serve as the primary owner of group business processes, including the design, drafting, review, and approval of SOPs and work instructions

• Manage the order lifecycle, including purchase order execution, release monitoring, and coordination with logistics and 3PL providers on shipments and deliveries

• Oversee inventory management strategies, including monthly and quarterly reconciliations and support annual physical counts as needed

• Support supply chain risk management by partnering with the risk champion to develop and monitor mitigation plans

• Participate in strategic sourcing initiatives, including vendor selection and supplier agreement development or renewal

• Contribute to the creation of department goals

• Take on additional responsibilities as needed

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong experience in supply chain processes, including S&OP, supply planning, and product launch support

• Strategic mindset with the ability to think and operate at an enterprise level

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional projects and collaborating in global, virtual, and matrixed organizations

• Proven ability to manage stakeholder expectations, navigate complex or sensitive situations, and influence decisions effectively

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities

• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to optimize processes and drive operational excellence

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical supply chain regulations, including cGMP, GCP, GDP, and import/export requirements

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and planning/content management platforms such as Oracle OPM, Maestro Kinaxis, Veeva, or similar tools

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in life sciences, supply chain, manufacturing operations, business, or a related field

   8+ years of industry experience with progressively increasing scope and responsibility

Pay Range:

$154,500 - $231,700

Disclosure Statement:

Flex Designation:

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
1.Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2.On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertexs Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

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