Spring Co-Op 2027, Supply Chain Master Data Management

MFS Investments; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free 24/7 gym access

Subsidized commuter benefits

Free breakfast daily

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Supply Chain Master Data Management Co-op in Boston for January–July 2027. You will contribute to governance, documentation, and usability of master data and planning parameters across Supply Chain functions.

Join a 6-month, paid program with mentorship, hands-on projects, and opportunities to develop data governance practices, workshop content, and training materials in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication; ability to work across stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills; proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, SharePoint).
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship; enrollment in advanced degree program if graduating before May 2027; full-time availability January–July 2027.

Responsibilities

• Support master data governance, data ownership, stewardship, and data-related process documentation.
• Collaborate across Supply Chain Planning, Logistics, DTE, Technical Operations, and SMEs to document processes and gather feedback.
• Develop training materials, documentation repositories, and workshop content for governance initiatives.
• Create materials for team workshops, capture stakeholder feedback, and track actions and decisions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field

Enrollment in advanced degree program (before May 2027)

Tools

Kinaxis RapidResponse

Oracle ERP

SAP ERP

Job description

# Spring Co-Op 2027, Supply Chain Master Data ManagementVertex PharmaceuticalsBoston, MAFull-TimeOct 06, 2026Pharmaceutical## Job Description**Job Description****Kickstart Your Career at Vertex!** Are you ready to make a real impact? At Vertex, our mission is to tackle serious diseases and to change lives, for the better, for the future. Our aim is to give you the skills, insights, and career guidance to be an important part of that future; to turn your potential into progression. As a Vertex intern or co-op, you’ll work on meaningful projects, collaborate with talented teams, and learn from industry leaders. We’re passionate about innovation, inclusion, and supporting your growth—inside and outside the lab.**Why Vertex?*** **Real Projects:** You’ll work on assignments that make a real impact, not just busy work.* **Mentorship & Networking:** Connect with leaders and peers who want to see you succeed through professional networks, connections, and collaborations that will shape your longer-term career.* **Flexible & Supportive:** We offer flexible work options with Flex @ Vertex and prioritize your wellbeing.* **Inclusive Culture:** Collaboration and inclusion are embedded in everything we do.* **Career Launchpad:** Build skills, explore career paths, and get guidance for your future career.**Your Impact**The Vertex Supply Chain Master Data Management Co-Op is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards an advanced degree in Information Technology, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Operations Management or other related fields. If you are passionate, collaborative, and growth-minded, a co-op at Vertex will help you gain meaningful experience in our Supply Chain functional areas and serve as a launchpad for your career.*The application deadline for this co-op is November 15th. Please note that Vertex reviews applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to close this job posting prior to the listed deadline. Applicants can expect to receive an update about their application before or shortly after the application deadline.***Ready to apply? Submit your application and let’s turn possibilities into reality!****What you will be doing:** The Supply Chain Master Data Management Co-op will support initiatives to improve the governance, quality, documentation, and usability of master data and planning parameters for products managed by Commercial Supply Chain Planning. The Co-op will work across Supply Chain Planning, Logistics, Digital Technology & Engineering (DTE), Technical Operations, and other subject-matter experts (SMEs) to help define and document data-related processes, establish supporting documentation, measure key metrics, and gather stakeholder feedback. The Co-op will contribute to the development of master data governance practices, process documentation, training materials, workshop content, and documentation repositories. **Key Responsibilities:**Master Data Governance and Process Development* Support the definition and documentation of master data governance, including data ownership, stewardship responsibilities, decision rights, process controls, and escalation pathways.* Assist with drafting and maintaining master data management processes, workflows, and supporting reference materials.* Support the collection, analysis, and presentation of metric results, trends, and opportunities for process improvement.* Support the review, validation, and maintenance of master data and planning parameters in systems such as OPM and Kinaxis RapidResponse.Workshop and Stakeholder Engagement* Create supporting materials for team workshops and working sessions, including agendas, presentation content, discussion guides, meeting notes, decision logs, and action trackers.* Work offline with planners and other stakeholders to capture feedback on processes, data requirements, system usage, and documentation.* Partner with Supply Chain Planning, Systems, DTE, Technical Operations, and SMEs to support cross-functional alignment on master data and planning activities.* Help organize training-related content and maintain a log of feedback, revisions, and open items.**Required Qualifications:*** Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.* Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across a variety of stakeholders.* Strong organizational and project-management skills,* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and SharePoint* Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future. Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships/co-ops or entry level roles within this part of the organization.* You must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before May 2027* You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January – July 2027**Preferred*** Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, such as Oracle or SAP.* Familiarity with supply chain planning platforms, such as Kinaxis RapidResponse.* Experience working with data, metrics, dashboards, reporting tools, or process documentation. **Program Details:*** Full-time, paid co-op $25.00 – 35.00 USD/hour* Program Dates: January – July 2027* Application Deadline: November 15th, 2026**At Vertex, we believe that when you feel your best, you can perform at your best. That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you.**• Free 24/7 onsite gym access and free access to group exercise classes• Subsidized commuter benefits- transit and parking• Provided meals—free breakfast daily!• Career development opportunities and events, including C Suite engagement• Social events—both intern-only and company-wide• Location-specific perks and extras!• Recognition of National Intern Day **Our Ways of Working** Flex Designation: Hybrid - BostonFlex Eligibility Status: Hybrid: work three 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.*This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner that provides services to Vertex. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of that third-party agency; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency upon offer.*