Materials Management Technical Support, Senior Manager

ph3Job Description General Summary /h3pReporting to the Director, Materials Operations, this role is responsible for developing and executing the Materials Management Technical Support strategy for Manufacturing support operations, material control process design, compliant material flows, and system reconciliation in support of product commercialization. The individual will also support key Materials Management systems and processes, including change controls, risk assessments, deviations, and GMP documentation. This role provides oversight of commercial material control process development, materials management system design, warehouse material flows and performance monitoring. The Senior Manager will collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Process Development (PD), Quality Control (QC), Operational Quality, Facilities, Operations, and other stakeholders to enable compliant material flows and sustained manufacturing support. /ph3Key Duties and Responsibilities /h3ulliOwn the development of SOPs, work instructions, and related documentation required for commercial Materials Management, and tech transfer of new products and programs /liliRepresent Materials Management at cross-functional daily management meetings, maintaining visibility to technical issues and action plans across warehouses and production staging areas /liliDevelop strategy and procedures for integrating Materials Management digital systems (ERP, MRP, WMS, Serialization, etc.) with compliant material flows. /liliIdentify Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and reconciliation processes /liliServe as the primary escalation point for Material Management issues; coordinate resolution with subject matter experts and communicate status to management /liliSupport deviation management, CAPA, and change control activities, as needed. /liliServe as the process SME for Materials Management. /liliSupport Materials Management investigations and root cause analyses /liliPartner with Managed Service Provider program managers to monitor performance, optimize schedules, and update statements of work to support evolving business requirements /liliIdentify warehouse and material control innovations to drive efficiencies at scale /liliImplement standard work, process confirmations, and support tiered management initiatives /liliDesign and maintain physical and system material flows, deploying Kanban systems and other methodologies to support 24x7 manufacturing /liliLead Technical Support initiatives, contribute to strategy development, and lead team resources to achieve Material Operations objectives. /liliOversee the sustained performance and continuous improvement of cell and gene therapy Materials Management processes. /liliEnsure compliance with all regulatory, corporate, and Quality System requirements /li /ulh3Knowledge and Skills /h3ulliDemonstrated experience in manufacturing support operations, warehouse management, and cGMP material control /liliProficient in ERP/MRP/WMS and related supply chain systems /liliStrong technical problem-solving, technical writing, and presentation skills. /liliLean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred /liliStrong sense of urgency, with the ability to escalation promptly and communicate transparently with stakeholders and management /liliAbility to work independently with minimal supervision, manage multiple priorities, and support several projects simultaneously /liliStrong interpersonal, collaboration, and teamwork skills /li /ulh3Education and Experience /h3ulliBS or MS in Supply Chain or a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience /lili6 years of experience supporting site-based materials management in cell and gene therapy manufacturing, biopharmaceutical manufacturing, or a related pharmaceutical environment /lili3 years of leadership experience /li /ulpAt Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients. /ppPay Range: $125,400 - $188,200 /ppDisclosure 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. /ppFrom 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. /ph3Flex Designation: On-Site Designated Flex Eligibility Status /h3pIn this On-Site designated role, you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility. Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time. /pp#LI-Onsite /ph3Company Information /h3pVertex 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 /ppHelp Us Achieve Our Mission Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases and conditions. The company has approved therapies for cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia, acute pain and acromegaly, and it continues to advance clinical and research programs in these areas. Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including IgA nephropathy, neuropathic pain, APOL1-mediated kidney disease, primary membranous nephropathy, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, ACTH-dependent Cushing's syndrome, autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, type 1 diabetes, generalized myasthenia gravis, and myotonic dystrophy type 1. Vertex was founded in 1989 and has its global headquarters in Boston, with international headquarters in London. Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to work, including 16 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top Employers list and one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. For company updates and to learn more about Vertex's history of innovation, visit or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X We believe our culture is one of Vertex’s greatest strengths and a key enabler of our ability to deliver transformative medicines for patients who need them. Rooted in innovation, purpose and collaboration, our culture empowers people to take smart risks, challenge conventional thinking and do their best work. The diversity of our people is central to that culture. By bringing together individuals with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, we foster an environment where new ideas thrive, better decisions are made and breakthrough innovation is possible. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included and connected to our shared mission, because we know that our unique culture and the collective strength of our people are what set Vertex apart. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr