Project Management Director & Strategic Operations Disease Strategy Team

Job Description

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. The Strategy & Operations Director will partner closely with a Disease Area Executive (DAE) to drive special initiatives to support a particular DST. 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. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partners with DAE to lead strategic projects and high-profile initiatives 

• Act as a liaison between cross functional colleagues to ensure alignment and coordination on a wide variety of cross-functional initiatives; Attends selected meetings on behalf of DAE 

• 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 

Knowledge and Skills:

• Outstanding communication of information and ideas (written, PowerPoint, verbal), to varied audiences including senior and executive leadership  

• Analytical, able to glean insights from data using excel and other tools, and communicate in a compelling, visual way 

• Strong collaboration skills, with an ability to influence multiple stakeholders; builds mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members 

• Proven project management skills, including scenario analysis, business acumen and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities; adapt to new projects rapidly and effectively 

• Strategic thinker with a track record of driving results 

• Self-motivated; acts independently and prioritizes appropriately; embraces unexpected changes or challenges and drives to improved solutions in a fast-paced environment 

• 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 

• 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 

• 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  

Pay Range:

$183,800 - $275,700

Disclosure Statement:

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