Director, Manufacturing and Supply Chain (MSC) Technology Portfolio Management

Vertex Pharmaceuticals; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 182,000 - 273,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Director for Manufacturing and Supply Chain Technology Portfolio Management, focusing on overseeing technology implementations to enhance biopharmaceutical operations. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in project and portfolio management, with a strong grasp of biotechnology, to drive strategic initiatives and ensure successful technology deployment across the organization.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Educational assistance programs

401(k)

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in biotechnology in IT settings.
• 5+ years in project/program management with strong organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex technology projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the MSC Technology new implementation portfolio.
• Co-develop governance processes for technology implementations.
• Influence stakeholders for strategic thinking and decision-making.

Skills

Project Management

Portfolio Management

Financial Management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Advanced degree in biotechnology

Job description

Director, Manufacturing and Supply Chain (MSC) Technology Portfolio Management

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General Summary

Vertex’s Data, Technology and Engineering (DTE) organization is seeking a Director, Manufacturing and Supply Chain (MSC) Technology Portfolio Management to join our Project Management and Strategic Operations (PMSO) team. Project Management and Strategic Operations is charged with streamlining and simplifying the work of our data and technology teams and ensuring the successful deployment of new technologies across our global enterprise. The Director, Manufacturing and Supply Chain (MSC) Technology Portfolio Management will report to our Senior Director of Project Management and Strategic Operations and partner directly with our Head of Manufacturing and Supply Chain Technology to oversee the full Manufacturing and Supply Chain Technology portfolio of new technology implementations to enable small molecule and cell and gene therapy manufacturing and distribution globally. The role requires portfolio planning, financial management, governance, and oversight of program, project and change management. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, demonstrate a deep understanding of biopharmaceutical sciences and manufacturing operations, a strong background in portfolio, program and project management and expertise in the deployment of enterprise technologies for manufacturing and supply chain.

Job Description

General Summary

Vertex’s Data, Technology and Engineering (DTE) organization is seeking a Director, Manufacturing and Supply Chain (MSC) Technology Portfolio Management to join our Project Management and Strategic Operations (PMSO) team. Project Management and Strategic Operations is charged with streamlining and simplifying the work of our data and technology teams and ensuring the successful deployment of new technologies across our global enterprise. The Director, Manufacturing and Supply Chain (MSC) Technology Portfolio Management will report to our Senior Director of Project Management and Strategic Operations and partner directly with our Head of Manufacturing and Supply Chain Technology to oversee the full Manufacturing and Supply Chain Technology portfolio of new technology implementations to enable small molecule and cell and gene therapy manufacturing and distribution globally. The role requires portfolio planning, financial management, governance, and oversight of program, project and change management. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, demonstrate a deep understanding of biopharmaceutical sciences and manufacturing operations, a strong background in portfolio, program and project management and expertise in the deployment of enterprise technologies for manufacturing and supply chain.

Responsibilities Include

• Management of MSC Technology new implementation portfolio
• Maintaining technology roadmaps, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, and resource and capacity management
• Developing and managing governance processes for technology implementations to ensure tight coupling to business requirements, executive sponsorship, and strategic priorities
• Co-developing communication decks for regular portfolio reviews and presentations to executive leadership
• Co-facilitating technology strategy and portfolio review meetings with senior leaders
• Influencing cross-functional stakeholders to ensure strategic thinking, sound decision-making, and proactive risk/ issue mitigation across the portfolio
• Managing, coaching, and training all project managers for MSC Technology implementations to ensure excellence in project delivery
• Communicating portfolio status to Senior Director of Project Management and Strategic Operations and DTE leadership to ensure cross-functional awareness and alignment
• Managing the portfolio financials including budget planning. forecasting and accruals
  

Qualifications

• Advanced degree with strong experience in biotechnology in an information technology setting
• 10 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project, program and/or portfolio management and exceptional organization and planning skills
• Experience in management of manufacturing and supply chain technology deployments
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex information technology projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and delivering results within defined timelines and budgets
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex MSC and technological concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders cross-functionally and at all levels of the organization
• Clear and succinct written and verbal communication is strongly preferred
• Strong, hands-on experience managing all financial components of project, program and portfolio planning and delivery, including budgeting, forecasting and accruals
• Proven ability to mentor, coach and motivate program and project managers in a way the enables collective success and development
  
  

Pay Range

$182,000 - $272,900

Disclosure Statement

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:

• Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
• On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
  
  

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

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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