Job Description

General Summary:

The Site Scheduling Supply Chain Sr. Specialist supports Vertex Cell and Genetic Therapies (VCGT) by managing day-to-day site scheduling processes and maintaining an aligned manufacturing schedule. This role coordinates across schedulers and stakeholders to provide visibility to schedule changes, priorities, and dependencies that may impact execution. The role also is responsible for RTMS support and day-to-day scheduling Teams channel coordination and updates.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain the site manufacturing schedule and coordinate across schedulers to ensure a single aligned plan.
• Identify schedule conflicts, cross-functional dependencies, and timing risks that may impact manufacturing execution, and drive alignment on required changes.
• Provide visibility to key schedule milestones, assumptions, and changes affecting near- and mid-term manufacturing execution.
• Coordinate day-to-day scheduling communications, updates, and issue tracking to support effective site execution.
• Responsible for RTMS support and day-to-day scheduling Teams channel coordination and updates.
• Oversee RTMS-related scheduling processes, data quality, user support, and issue escalation.
• Ensure scheduling communications and system updates are accurate, timely, and aligned with site priorities and governance.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience in site planning, production scheduling, supply chain, materials management, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience in a cGMP-regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment.
• Strong understanding of cross-functional scheduling, planning governance, and manufacturing execution requirements.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, planning tools, and planning-relevant master data processes, including item and bill of material management.
• Experience managing contractor support or coordinating day-to-day system and communication workflows is preferred.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Manufacturing Operations or other related disciplines
• 6 years of relevant experience

At 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.

Pay Range:

Disclosure Statement:

Flex Designation:

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 
1.    Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2.    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. 

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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 [email protected]