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Job Description

The Vendor Quality Management Senior Manager proactively assesses vendor risk in one or more GCP areas and translates this assessment into insights, recommendations, and actions that allow Vertex to demonstrate appropriate and tailored oversight of our third parties. The role contributes to advancement of processes, tools, and systems that are fit-for-purpose across GCP areas and vendor types.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Contributes to the advancement of the vendor quality program by identifying opportunities and supporting risk-appropriate enhancements to the oversight infrastructure.

• Monitors metrics and dashboards for emerging trends for vendors in assigned GCP area(s).

• Ensures adequate management and mitigation of risk arising from vendors

• Supports development of processes and procedures to report on, manage, and mitigate vendor risk to acceptable levels.

• Leads and/or participates in process and system improvement efforts as a vendor quality SME.

• Provides onsite front and/or back room inspection support as assigned

• Provides insight on vendor risk and its potential impact in quality and business forums

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements in one or more GCP areas

• Demonstrated experience with key performance indicators and quality metrics for vendors

• Expertise in risk assessment as it pertains to third parties / suppliers

• Strong interpersonal skills to explain difficult information and work to build alignment

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

• Mathematical acumen and excellent analytic skills as applied to risk assessments

• Demonstrated ability to work well in a matrixed, collaborative environment.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or allied health field (or comparable degree)

• 6+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Pay Range 127,600.00 – 191,400.00 USD annually

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.

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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