USMA Field Training Associate Director

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 157,000 - 236,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision benefits

Paid time off

Week-long company shutdown (Summer/Wi-

Student loan repayment

Commuting subsidy

Matching charitable donations

401(k)

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is seeking a Commercial Training Associate Director to advance marketing excellence and lead the global rollout of a Marketing Competency Model. The role drives change management, collaborates with Learning and Development, and partners with senior commercial leaders to align messaging and training initiatives.

The position emphasizes designing eModules, instructor-led courses, and cross-functional collaboration to maximize impact across markets, with a robust

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; typically 5 years of experience or equivalent
• Experience driving systemic change and innovation across a large, matrixed organization
• Proven track record of partnering with functions and geographies to drive results
• Experience delivering marketing tactics aligned to a cohesive marketing strategy
• Ability to design and deploy tools to support change management and training initiatives
• Experience collaborating with internal thought leaders and external vendors

Responsibilities

• Drives adoption of the Marketing Competency Model globally and locally
• Leads the communication plan for rollout across functions and regions
• Influences senior commercial leaders to ensure consistent messaging
• Establishes metrics to measure successful adoption and impact
• Ensures competency model integration in HR tools and systems
• Owns design and development of eModules and instructor-led trainings
• Contributes to marketing innovation and best-practice dissemination
• Collaborates with internal teams and external vendors to translate insights into initiatives

Skills

Change management

Cross-functional leadership

Marketing excellence

Metrics & KPIs

Influence senior leaders

Learning & Development collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Job Description

General Summary:

The Commercial Training Associate Director will be part of the Global Commercial Excellence team and contribute to the development of a marketing competency model, overall marketing excellence, change management initiatives, and innovation.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drives the organizational adoption of the Marketing Competency Model
• Leads the communication plan and channels in the roll out
• Works with and influences senior commercial leaders to ensure a consistent message and usage
• Establishes metrics for what a successful adoption of the competency model entails both globally and locally
• Works with Learning and Development business partners to ensure the competency model is included in all relevant HR tools and systems
• Contributes to the launch and development of the Marketing Excellence
• Establishes metrics for what a successful marketing university entails
• Gathers necessary needs analysis to establish training needs for the future for all levels of proficiency as per the competency model
• Owns the design and development of certain eModule developments and instructor led training courses
• Contributes to the practice of marketing innovation
• Collaborates with internal thought leader teams and external vendors to establish marketing best practices and translate this into actionable initiatives for the marketing organization

Knowledge and Skills:

• Expertise in driving systemic change and innovation across a large, matrixed organization, with limited guidance or supervision
• A proven track record of driving results through strong partnership with other functions and geographies
• A track record of inspiring individuals to become open to change, designing and providing effective tools as needed to lead the individuals through the change process
• Extensive experience within the commercial function, the pharmaceutical marketing function and marketing
• Experience in successfully executing tactics that align to the right marketing mix and coordination of tactical plans to maximize the impact of the strategies
• Track record in understanding, developing, aligning and monitoring the components of a product strategy, directly or indirectly
• Experience developing metrics and KPIs for programs and tactical initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to build cross-functional relationships, navigate the organization and influence individuals at all levels

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in related field required
• Typically requires 5 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience

At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.

Pay Range:

$157,000 - $235,600

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:

• 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 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]