Vendor Quality Manager 898 (Contract)

Vertex Pharmaceuticals • US - Remote,

1d • $75 - $80 • Remote

About The Position

The Vendor Quality Management Manager proactively assesses vendor risk in one or more GxP areas and translates those assessments into insights, recommendations, and actions that enable Vertex to demonstrate appropriate, tailored oversight of third parties. The role contributes to advancing processes, tools, and systems that are fit for purpose across GxP areas and vendor types.

This is an eight-month temporary contract assignment through a third-party agency partner at Vertex Pharmaceuticals. The position is fully remote and follows Monday–Friday EST hours. The stated pay range is $75–$80 per hour, and the role is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and state requirements. Compensation and benefits are presented by the agency partner upon offer.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements in one or more GxP areas.
• Demonstrated experience with vendor key performance indicators and quality metrics.
• Expertise in risk assessment as it pertains to third parties or suppliers.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain difficult information and build alignment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Mathematical acumen and excellent analytical skills applied to risk assessments.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a matrixed, collaborative environment.
• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or allied health field, or a comparable degree.
• Typically six years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities to advance the vendor quality program and support risk-appropriate enhancements to oversight infrastructure.
• Monitor metrics and dashboards for emerging trends among vendors in assigned GxP area(s).
• Ensure adequate management and mitigation of risks arising from vendors.
• Support development of processes and procedures for reporting, managing, and mitigating vendor risk to acceptable levels.
• Lead and/or participate in process and system improvement efforts as a vendor quality subject matter expert.
• Provide onsite front-room and/or back-room inspection support as assigned.
• Provide insight on vendor risk and its potential impact in quality and business forums.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior