Biologics Commercial Supply Chain Planning Senior Manager
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
June 27, 2026
Remote friendly (Boston, MA)
United States
Operations
Biologics Commercial Supply Chain Planning Senior Manager
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Deliver monthly end-to-end Supply and Inventory build plans using Kinaxis Maestro / Rapid Response, considering supplier capacity, demand uncertainty, and risk management.
- Support commercial and clinical biologics supply chain scenario planning (supply projections, 5+ year forward-looking forecast/supply scenarios, and inventory planning for lifecycle management).
- Implement, test, and improve planning/execution systems; serve as Biologics Planning super user for Kinaxis Maestro / Rapid Response.
- Support Sales & Operations Planning to enable material/capacity investments (including network expansion); proactively assess risks and develop mitigation plans.
- Support strategic initiatives (safety stock, operational readiness monitoring, capacity analysis, and system integration requirements).
- Manage key supply chain KPIs; identify continuous improvement opportunities.
- Build cross-functional relationships (External Manufacturing, Quality, Logistics, Finance, Commercial) to ensure uninterrupted supplies.
- Champion quality and ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements; implement evolving Health Authority-aligned processes/controls.
Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
- 6+ years in pharmaceutical supply chain planning (preferably biologics and/or sterile injectables).
- Experience with Kinaxis Maestro / Rapid Response.
- Experience with complex global supply chain networks.
- Strong analytical/problem-solving skills; ability to handle novel situations with sound judgment.
- Knowledge of biologics supply chain principles/regulations.
- Strong communication and teamwork; ability to anticipate scenarios and develop contingencies.
- Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite Process Manufacturing (OPM) or SAP.
- Flexibility as the team/business evolves.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or business discipline.
Pay Range
- $116,200 - $174,200
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Deliver monthly end-to-end Supply and Inventory build plans using Kinaxis Maestro / Rapid Response, considering supplier capacity, demand uncertainty, and risk management.
- Support commercial and clinical biologics supply chain scenario planning (supply projections, 5+ year forward-looking forecast/supply scenarios, and inventory planning for lifecycle management).
- Implement, test, and improve planning/execution systems; serve as Biologics Planning super user for Kinaxis Maestro / Rapid Response.
- Support Sales & Operations Planning to enable material/capacity investments (including network expansion); proactively assess risks and develop mitigation plans.
- Support strategic initiatives (safety stock, operational readiness monitoring, capacity analysis, and system integration requirements).
- Manage key supply chain KPIs; identify continuous improvement opportunities.
- Build cross-functional relationships (External Manufacturing, Quality, Logistics, Finance, Commercial) to ensure uninterrupted supplies.
- Champion quality and ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements; implement evolving Health Authority-aligned processes/controls.
Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
- 6+ years in pharmaceutical supply chain planning (preferably biologics and/or sterile injectables).
- Experience with Kinaxis Maestro / Rapid Response.
- Experience with complex global supply chain networks.
- Strong analytical/problem-solving skills; ability to handle novel situations with sound judgment.
- Knowledge of biologics supply chain principles/regulations.
- Strong communication and teamwork; ability to anticipate scenarios and develop contingencies.
- Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite Process Manufacturing (OPM) or SAP.
- Flexibility as the team/business evolves.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or business discipline.
Pay Range
- $116,200 - $174,200