Manager US Marketing

Job Description

General/Position Summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc. is looking to hire a product manager to join the US CF Marketing team in Boston, MA. This position will be supporting our CF Portfolio ALYFTREK, TRIKAFTA, KALYDECO, SYMDEKO, and ORKAMBI.  The US CF Portfolio product manager will manage key customer engagements, oversee development or updates to promotional tactics, and assist in the management of special projects supporting the CF portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for our Patient and HCP panels inclusive of contracting, scheduling interviews, monitoring usage, and budget
• Maintaining a validated list of KOLs and/or speakers for future engagements
• Commercial conference lead, representing commercial CF priorities at strategic alignment, leading conference promotional efforts and supporting field teams with local conferences, consortium, etc.
• Develop or update marketing materials aligned with CF Portfolio strategy and business objectives which could include Vertex Treatment Finder, portfolio brand materials, etc.
• Lead social media listening activities and insights generation to inform application across the CF portfolio.
• Project management of special projects across the CF portfolio which may include market events, individual brand initiatives, etc.   (e.g. label updates)
• Collaborate with Vertex Communications Review Committee (CRC) to approve materials for external use with customers.
• Develop strong partnerships with marketing teams, GPS, Field sales and other cross functional partners to support business goals.
• Manages agency partners to ensure timely deliverables within budget.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or scientific degree
• Typically requires 4+ years of pharmaceutical commercial, business, or the combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong project management skills and tactical execution experience  
• Ability to professionally communicate, both verbal and written, with the team and others.
• Basic understanding of promotional approval process and regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical marketing.
• Strong team player with an ability to collaborate cross functionally and help partners accomplish shared objectives.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task and prioritize workload.
• Understanding insights and how to apply to tactical execution.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office applications, including PPT, Excel and Word

Pay Range:

$0 - $0

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.

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.

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