Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Project Management & Strategic Operations Director

Boston, MA · Director

Sponsorship not specified$185k-$278kDetected 12 days ago

Project ManagementStakeholder ManagementForecastingBudgetingRecruitingFDA RegulatoryCommunicationRegulatory Affairs

About the role

Contributes to the development of internal protocols and processes used to carry out program management work.
Responsible for program management activities including contingency/dependency tracking, status reporting, issue/risk identification and tracking, scope management, estimation, and internal/external stakeholder management.

Manages the progress and contributions of workstream leads or subordinate project managers to ensure all activities deliver expected value within committed timeframes and budget
Builds and synthesizes highly-detailed project plans, budgeting & forecasting models or resource plans, requiring significant stakeholder management skills and interpretation of diverse and varied information
Develops statements of work, stakeholder management plans, guiding principles, project goals, risks, resource allocation, and roles and responsibilities for assigned projects
Manage post-acquisition integration efforts for GRA including operational alignment, technology consolidation, data/document transfer, and talent integration
Manages communication with management at a detailed functional level and discusses/resolves issues
Develops tools and training methods to enable successful project management throughout the enterprise. Ensures project delivery is in conformance with company methodologies and standards; recommends improvements and changes as necessary
Monitors program results/performance for significant deviations, evaluates options and makes recommendations for corrective actions, and then implements selected actions

Independently applies expert knowledge of advanced methodologies, selecting and applying high-level project management tools to conduct analyses, reporting and related activities for assigned projects.
Manages contingencies between multiples projects and monitors interdependencies and synergies where required
Secures, leads, motivates and inspires the internal and external resources required to effectively deliver the program.
Works with all required functions and groups to effectively plan and execute the program/project(s).

Proven experience in cross-functional execution including medium to large-scale projects
Demonstrated ability to connect with over divisions and functions throughout Vertex
Highly developed communication skills and the ability to synthesize data and information into meaningful insights
Very detail oriented and strong project/operation management skills
Ability to handle ambiguity
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree
Typically requires 10 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience

$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.

This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards.
Evaluates program costs and benefits including actual results and forecasts with comparisons to original or baseline plan and updates plans with accurate, up-to-date information in a timely manner.

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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