Distribution Strategy Associate Director - Pain

Role: Associate Director of Trade and Distribution Strategy responsible for designing and implementing distribution channels for Vertex's pain portfolio, considering regulatory and market factors. Responsibilities: develop scalable distribution strategies, align cross-functionally, support new product launches, optimize channel design, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Requirements: Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), 5+ years in biotech or pharmaceutical market access and distribution, deep understanding of drug supply chains, retail and digital pharmacy channels, and US healthcare reimbursement. Preferred: experience with GPOs, IDNs, and specialty distribution. High-Value: focus on pain management products, distribution network expertise, strategic planning for product launches, cross-functional collaboration, hybrid work model with travel up to 20%, location flexible between HQ and remote.