Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Director, Project Management & Strategic Operations (Disease Strategy Team)
Boston, MA · Director
Sponsorship not specified$185k-$278kDetected 5 hours ago
Project ManagementExcelRecruitingLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationPublic SpeakingMicrosoft Office
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About the role
- General Summary: Vertex is seeking a talented strategic colleague to serve in a critical role supporting the Disease Strategy Team Program Office in the Office of the CEO.
- We are seeking a candidate that has a strong track record in strategic roles, along with cross functional collaboration and effective communication skills to apply for this opportunity.
- Act as a liaison between cross functional colleagues to ensure alignment and coordination on a wide variety of cross-functional initiatives
Responsibilities
- Partners with DAE to lead strategic projects and high-profile initiatives
- Develops dashboards or other tools for reporting of KPIs, monitors ROI of key initiatives and identifies focus areas to drive action that accelerates our plan
- Drives the development of high-impact executive presentations
- Leads after action reviews of critical projects; provide recommendations for improvement of processes and systems
- Leads after action reviews of critical projects; provide recommendations for improvement of processes and systems Knowledge and
- The Strategy & Operations Director will partner closely with a Disease Area Executive (DAE) to drive special initiatives to support a particular DST.
Requirements
- Strong collaboration skills, with an ability to influence multiple stakeholders
- Proven ability to work in and influence a cross-functional team promoting collaboration and high performing team behaviors with an unwavering focus on what is best for the patients we serve
Skills
- Analytical, able to glean insights from data using excel and other tools, and communicate in a compelling, visual way
- Strategic thinker with a track record of driving results
- Consistently displays sound ethics, good judgment and demonstrates Vertex's core values
- Strong biopharmaceutical drug discovery and development acumen across multiple disciplines
- Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree
- Advanced degree (MBA, PhD, or MD) or comparable experience preferred
Compensation
- $185,400 - $278,200
- 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.
Benefits
- Typically 10+ years of progressive, relevant experience with demonstrated experience in strategy, project management, and organizing and directing multiple teams and departments in healthcare/biopharmaceuticals
Company info
- work remotely up to two days per week; or select
- work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
- 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 ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com
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