Job Description

The Supply Chain Specialist independently performs a wide variety of activities supporting Vertex’s Supply Chain. Activities typically consist of well-defined support tasks that are performed independently as well as projects of increased complexity completed under limited supervision. The Specialist will work closely with key stakeholders including Finance, Regulatory, Commercial, Logistics, QA, MSAT and Manufacturing.

Hybrid role - 3 days in office in Boston

Contract - 6 month with possibility to extend or convert to full time. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Attending cross-functional meetings and utilizing dashboards to drive tasks to completion
• Proactive communications to stakeholders regarding process updates
• Attention to detail with a sense of urgency to deliver product for patients
• Works with Supply Chain and Quality staff to collect, maintain and communicate product status information
• Confirms completion and tracking of supply chain supply-related documentation
• Performs administrative functions for the larger project team and department; including creating PowerPoint slides for presentations and maintaining dashboards for project status and metrics
• Multi-tasks to effectively manage own efforts on multiple projects
• Troubleshoots routine problems
• Takes meeting minutes and updates documentation

Minimal Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or business discipline preferred, or equivalent years of relevant experience
• requires 4 years of work experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to analyze straightforward problems and develop possible solutions using technical experience and judgment; may escalate unusual or complex problems
• Ability to effectively balance customer expectations with internal/team expectations
• Ability to apply conceptual knowledge of supply chain methods/theories while acquiring deeper knowledge of applicable regulations (e.g., GMP. GCP, Part 11)
• Works effectively across departments and levels, building and maintaining productive relationships
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong ability to manage own work load and lead/guide others on the team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to exchange relevant, and at times complex, information cross-functionally and ensuring understanding
• Required prior experience in the pharmaceutical industry

Pay Range

$38 - $42/HR

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