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The role combines ex-factory sales, 852/867, specialty pharmacy, invoicing, and 3PL data to develop reports, reconcile invoices, monitor performance, and resolve distribution issues.\nThe manager oversees day-to-day distribution activities and 3PL relationships, including product returns and new product launch planning. This individual contributes to the execution, strategy, and improvement of Vertex’s 3PL program while helping ensure products are available to specialty pharmacy and distributor partners in accordance with Good Distribution Practices (GDP).\nKey Duties and Responsibilities:\nDevelop reports and dashboards for the Trade Team and Account Managers using ex-factory sales, 852/867, specialty pharmacy, invoicing, and 3PL data. Analyze demand, orders, inventory, cost per order, and other performance measures to identify trends and discrepancies.\nSupport Account Managers with invoice reconciliation, account-level reporting, data requests, and distribution-related questions. Research discrepancies and coordinate resolution with relevant partners.\nExecute daily distribution processes, apply trade policies, and triage orders for Vertex’s direct-purchasing accounts.\nServe as the primary contact for 3PL partners. Monitor performance, identify program enhancements, and lead quarterly business reviews, including gathering cross-functional input and preparing performance materials.\nMonitor inventory at 3PL and FLWwarehouses, track product expiration dates, and coordinate distribution-center transfers and shipment forecasts with Supply Chain and Logistics.\nManage free goods requests by coordinating inventory with program administrators and ensuring timely order processing.\nTrack program deviations and work with 3PL partners and Vertex Quality on investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.\nPartner with Account Management, specialty pharmacies, distributors, and other teams to resolve shipment discrepancies, damaged product claims, product complaints, and other distribution issues. Support compliant replacement-goods processes, identify process gaps, and implement improvements.\nSupport new product launches by coordinating with launch teams and channel partners and preparing product setup documentation, external communications, and training materials. Serve as the department’s Mosaic lead for portal maintenance, enhancements, training, and dashboards.\nKnowledge and Skills:\nExperience working with 3PL providers and managing service-provider relationships.\nStrong analytical skills, including the ability to combine ex-factory sales, 852/867, specialty pharmacy, and invoicing data; develop recurring and ad hoc reports; and investigate discrepancies.\nAbility to support invoice reconciliation, resolve discrepancies with cross-functional partners, and communicate findings to business stakeholders.\nStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence diverse field and home-office colleagues, including senior management.\nStrong project management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.\nInitiative, ownership, and follow-through to work independently, support team members, and foster inclusive, respectful collaboration.\nEducation and Experience:\nBachelor's degree in a scientific, business or related discipline\nTypically requires 4 years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech industry or the equivalent combination of education and experience\nAt 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.\nPay Range:\n$112,000 - $168,000Disclosure Statement:\nThe 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.\nAt 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.\nFlex Designation:\nHybrid-Eligible Or On-Site EligibleFlex Eligibility Status:\nIn this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: \n1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select\n2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.\nNote: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.\n#LI-Hybrid\nCompany Information\nVertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.\nVertex 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. 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