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Vertex · 1 day ago

Field Training Associate Director, USMA

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$157K/yr - $236K/yr

8+ years exp

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is looking to hire an Associate Director of Training and Development to join the North America Commercial Field Training team. The role focuses on improving proficiency and effectiveness of US Market Access teams through strategic training programs and collaboration with various stakeholders.

Computer Software

Responsibilities

Partner with USMA leadership, USMA Strategy, USMA Operations, and other cross-functional teams to develop training strategies and their implementation

Lead trainer for our future kidney franchise to include Povetacicept (IGAN) and Inaxaplin (AMKD), building and implementing pre-launch initiatives as well as launch training initiatives

Lead training contact for the fHEOR team for skill-based training

Partner and assist USMA training lead for skill-based training initiatives for the Payer, Trade, and Reimbursement teams

Build and maintain strong working relationships within the department and other internal stakeholders

Partner with your training team peers across each disease to ensure continuity and alignment on training programs

Assist with strategic vision and implementation for USMA on-boarding programs for new hires

Maintain up to date knowledge of market access dynamics, processes and economics

Responsible for learning processes associated with strategic sourcing, vendor contracting and management, budget management, and regulatory (Veeva process) approval

Development of metrics and performance measures, reporting and analysis to meet business needs

Identifies and executes training efforts that are applicable across all USMA field teams, while also delivering customized training to each USMA team based on specific needs

Support the implementation of the Vertex Customer Engagement Model with all USMA teams

Continuously seeking and supporting new approaches, practices, and processes to improve the efficiency of training services offered

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

US Market Access experienceProduct launch experienceProject managementPharmaceutical/biotech experienceTraining program developmentMicrosoft Office proficiencyInfluenceBudget managementCommunication skillsTeam player

Required

Proven communication skills with a well-developed ability to efficiently communicate both verbally and written

Ability to balance and meet the training needs of multiple USMA field teams and prioritize efforts according to business needs

Ability to influence, collaborate and interact effectively with senior leadership and multiple key stakeholders across teams to align objectives and provide a consistent training direction

Demonstrated excellence in project management and effectively managing multiple projects/priorities including budget management and actual spend against budget

Product launch experience

Ensure that all training programs are consistent with, and supporting of, company legal, regulatory and compliance guidelines

Skillful team player able to develop rapport and credibility with key stakeholders

Ability to work independently and on a team; positive, team-focused approach is essential

Experience with and ability to use Microsoft Office and associated tools (WORD, Excel, PowerPoint)

Ability to travel domestically as needed

Bachelor's Degree

8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry

2+ years' experience in field or HQ training role

US Market Access training and field experience

Preferred

MBA or relevant master's degree

Experience with kidney disease or cell/gene therapy

Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods and modalities (to include AI usage)

Benefits

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.

Medical, dental and vision benefits

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)