Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, Commercial Manufacturing and Tech Ops

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Identifies and leads process improvement initiatives that focus on driving efficiency and standardization across the monthend-close, reporting and budget/forecast/LRP processes within CMTO/Supply Chain Finance.
• Supports analytics and transparent reporting to drive forecast accuracy and identify key drivers of any variances to plan, with full transparency on any judgments about risks and opportunities for both operating expenses, capital expenses and COGS.
• PARTNERS WITH THE COMMERCIAL MANUFACTURING AND TECH OPS (CMTO) ORGANIZATION TO INFLUENCE AND OPTIMIZE NETWORK STRATEGY DECISIONS.
• IDENTIFIES ROI/TRADE-OFF OPPORTUNITIES TO DRIVE PROFITABILITY AND SUPPORT KEY DECISIONS AROUND VERTEX’S SMALL MOLECULE AND T1D PROGRAMS.
• SUPPORTS THE FINANCIAL PLANNING PROCESS (ANNUAL BUDGET, FORECASTS, LONG RANGE PLAN, ETC.) BY PROVIDING FORWARD-LOOKING OBSERVATIONS AND DEVELOPING KEY SCENARIOS.
• DEVELOPS AND COACHES TEAM MEMBERS TO ENCOURAGE GROWTH AND NEW OPPORTUNITIES AND CONTRIBUTES TO AN ATMOSPHERE OF INCLUSIVITY ACROSS THE TEAM.
• WORKS CLOSER WITH OTHER MEMBERS OF THE CFO ORGANIZATION INCLUDING COMMERCIAL FINANCE, DST FINANCE, STRATEGIC SOURCING AND ACCOUNTING TO MAINTAIN A CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT MINDSET AND PROMOTE STRONG COMMUNICATION, SHARING OF BEST PRACTICES AND EFFICIENT PROCESSES.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required. MBA and/or other advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in finance managerial role, demonstrating strong technical and analytical skills and a track record of success working in a team-based environment or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in business partnering with Manufacturing/Supply Chain executive teams, with a strong preference for large Biotech/Pharma experience.
• Proven ability to proactively manage efficient processes across Operating Expenses, Inventory and COGS, driving high-quality inputs from the business in support of creating and managing complex budgets, forecasts, and analyses in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Deep understanding of Biotech/Pharma manufacturing finance to address a broad range of challenges and business issues across all functions with the ability to make and facilitate quick decisions.
• Expert analytical and financial modeling skills to evaluate a broad range of financial questions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a proven ability to present complex financial insights to senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge and skills in strategic thinking and problem-solving. Expertise with Excel and PowerPoint; Working knowledge of Hyperion or similar enterprise planning tools.

Pay Range

$182,400 - $273,600

Disclosure 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. 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. Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible Flex Eligibility Status: In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select On-Site: 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.

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