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Job Description
Director, Global Commercialization - Heme
Location: Boston, MA (3 days onsite, 2 days remote weekly)
Vertex currently operates at the forefront of rare disease scientific innovation and has successfully developed and commercialized multiple breakthrough medicines for Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and Sickle Cell Disease. In addition to clinical development programs in CF, Vertex has more than a dozen ongoing research programs focused on the underlying mechanisms of other serious diseases including programs in Type 1 diabetes, hemoglobinopathies, APOL-1 Mediated Kidney Disease, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency, and pain.
General Summary:
In this key strategic role, the Director will be a critical leader within the Heme Global Commercial team supporting CASGEVY (exagamglogene autotemcel, or 'exa-cel'). They will be accountable for driving the full Global potential of this first-of-its-kind innovation across both indications. The role will have a strong focus on commercialization strategy of CASGEVY. The successful candidate is highly strategic, thrives in an environment of uncertainty and rapid change, demonstrate cross-functional leadership and has a problem-solving mindset with analytical skills. This role is an individual contributor and reports to the Sr Director, Global Commercialization.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Co-Lead and successfully develop CASGEVY LCM commercial strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
Spearhead special strategic projects with VP/DAE in line with business priorities
Partner with International and across functions on innovative ways aimed at reaching our global patients, focusing on expansion opportunities
Lead, develop and champion disease strategy documents, including Brand Plan
Partner with Competitive Intelligence to articulate the Heme portfolio positioning and inform response & reaction to market events
Partner with Market Research to bring the voices of our patients into our strategic thinking
Support the global commercial team by providing clear direction for the Heme portfolio as the primary forum for commercial collaboration and alignment
Evaluates ROI for activities of the brand
Manage Heme global commercial governance body's agenda and priorities to drive senior management endorsement
Qualifications - Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree required
Advanced degree in business or scientific discipline is preferred
Typically requires 10 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with International markets and diverse commercialization models
Consulting background preferred: ability to autonomously drive strategic projects, including framing complex challenges, opportunity assessments, and senior leader communication
Analytical mindset, with demonstrated ability to lead others to solve complex problems
Demonstrated ability to develop brand strategy, assess trade-offs, and monitor performance
Advanced therapeutic modalities a plus
Experience in pharmaceutical industry or closely related field(s) (e.g. healthcare consulting, etc.)
A solid compliance mindset, demonstrated integrity on the job, embrace of the Vertex values
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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.
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 Human Resources at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com.