Associate Director, Capability Solutions and Data Management

Vertex Inc. • Boston, MA

2d • $168,000 - $252,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Director/Director of Capability Solutions and Data Management will lead the development and management of data-driven capabilities to support market access strategies, payer engagement, reimbursement, contracting, and patient access outcomes. Reporting to the Senior Director of Market Access Analytics & Insights, this role focuses on building scalable data foundations, governance frameworks, and advanced analytics tools to drive impactful business results and improve patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s or PhD preferred) in Business Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Health Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in biopharma/biotech, with a focus on Market Access, Managed Markets, Commercial Analytics, or consulting in data/analytics.
• Expertise in U.S. Market Access, including payer and contracting strategies, reimbursement, pricing and channel dynamics, and government programs (e.g., 340B, Medicare, Medicaid).
• Proficiency in data tools (e.g., SQL, Python/R, Power BI/Tableau, Snowflake) and familiarity with Market Access data sources (e.g., IQVIA, Exponent, LAAD, MMIT, aggregated channel data).
• Proven experience in building data capabilities, governance frameworks, or Centers of Excellence (COEs), with a track record of managing teams or projects.
• Strong communication, storytelling, and executive presentation skills to influence senior leaders and drive cross-functional alignment.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity, foster collaboration, and deliver measurable impact on access and revenue outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute capability roadmaps for data management, analytics, and solutions aligned with U.S. and global Market Access priorities for in-line brands and pipeline assets.
• Oversee data enablement initiatives, creating analytics-ready data products from diverse sources (e.g., payer data, 852/867 trade data, IQVIA Exponent and LAAD data, MMIT, chargebacks, rebates, and third-party vendors).
• Lead data governance efforts, establishing standards, policies, and compliance frameworks to ensure data integrity, security, and innovation.
• Drive advanced analytics and AI/ML capabilities, including predictive modeling, anomaly detection (e.g., 340B attribution), real-time insights, self-service tools, and emerging technologies like Generative AI for decision support in access barrier reduction, launch optimization, and market shaping.
• Collaborate with Market Access teams and leadership to translate complex data into actionable insights, KPIs, and performance monitoring.
• Manage vendor relationships for data acquisition and integration, and partner with enterprise teams (e.g., Digital Technology & Engineering, Global Insights) to build seamless data ecosystems.
• Promote change management, data literacy, and adoption of new capabilities to enhance analytical maturity across the organization.
• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive continuous innovation in Market Access data solutions.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level