Director of CGT Raw Materials Sourcing

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (US); United States; Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (US) is seeking an Associate Director of Strategic Sourcing for CGT Raw Materials at its Boston, MA headquarters. The role focuses on sourcing strategies, supplier governance, and risk mitigation across development to commercial manufacturing, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will bring 8–10 years of CGT sourcing experience, advanced negotiation skills, and a track record in driving cost savings and supplier

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier management, or related CGT experience in biopharmaceuticals.
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, biotechnology, pharmaceutical sciences, supply chain, business or related field; advanced degree or certifications a plus.
• Proven track record negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost savings.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Development, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and Finance to define CGT raw material category strategies.
• Lead RFx, supplier assessments, negotiations, and long-term planning for CGT materials.
• Manage key suppliers and CDMOs to ensure quality, continuity, and cost efficiency.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement and digital enablement in sourcing processes.

Skills

Influence Sr. Leadership

Strategic Sourcing

Contract Negotiation

Project Management

Public Speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology/chemistry/biotech/supply chain

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

ERP systems

e-Sourcing tools

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (US) is seeking an Associate Director of Strategic Sourcing for CGT Raw Materials at its Boston, MA headquarters. The role focuses on sourcing strategies, supplier governance, and risk mitigation across development to commercial manufacturing, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will bring 8–10 years of CGT sourcing experience, advanced negotiation skills, and a track record in driving cost savings and supplier