Executive Director, Head of Marketing, Endocrinology

Job Description

General Summary:

The Executive Director, Marketing / Head of Marketing, Endocrinology is responsible for defining and leading Vertex’s endocrinology marketing strategy across multiple assets. This role develops a deep understanding of the treatment landscape, customer and patient needs, and Vertex’s position in the market; sets strategic and performance goals; and leads execution across the portfolio. As a people manager, the Executive Director is accountable for the marketing budget and for building, developing, and leading a high-performing team.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Define the endocrinology marketing strategy and oversee brand planning, launch readiness, and lifecycle activities, as applicable.
• Lead the development and execution of strategic and tactical plans for healthcare professionals and other relevant audiences.
• Oversee the creation of external promotional materials and communications in partnership with appropriate cross-functional review teams.
• Develop short- and long-term forecasting assumptions informed by market dynamics and business drivers.
• Generate and synthesize insights from healthcare professionals, patients, caregivers, market research, and advisory boards to identify opportunities and inform decisions.
• Partner with Medical Affairs, Market Access, Sales, Commercial Operations, and other functions to align plans and support business goals.
• Establish performance measures, monitor results, evaluate return on investment, and adjust plans and resources accordingly.
• Lead, coach, and develop marketing team members; foster collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to define strategy for a complex pharmaceutical brand or portfolio.
• Ability to translate customer, patient, and market insights into actionable marketing plans.
• Strong analytical and strategic judgment, including experience with performance measurement, forecasting, resource allocation, and return-on-investment assessment.
• Understanding of the relationship between market dynamics, business drivers, and revenue.
• Experience leading cross-functional work and developing external pharmaceutical communications.
• Strong people leadership skills, including coaching, performance management, and career development.
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Endocrinology experience is preferred.
  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, a scientific discipline, or a related field required.
• Typically requires 12 years of relevant work experience, including 5 years of management or supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Extensive experience in pharmaceutical marketing or a closely related field, such as pharmaceutical sales or agency marketing.
  

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 ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com