Senior Director, Head of Marketing, US Kidney – Pove Position Available In Androscoggin, Maine

Job Description Vertex is seeking a talented leader to join our US Kidney Business Unit to support our aspirations of bringing Povetacicept, a Phase 3 investigational therapy with the potential to transform lives across multiple serious diseases, to patients. Senior Director, Head of Marketing, US Kidney – Povetacicept This role leads the povetacicept marketing team for the US Kidney Business Unit, preparing for potential commercialization of an investigational therapeutic being studied for the treatment of Immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) and other B cell-mediated diseases. Responsibilities include recruiting, developing, and retaining a high-performing marketing team, developing launch strategies, and ensuring execution of launch activities. The role oversees functional marketing across HCP, Patient, Unbranded, and Thought Leader Marketing. We seek a candidate with a strong track record in US commercial roles within highly competitive therapeutic areas, demonstrated success in coaching teams, and thriving in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. This role reports to the Vice President of the US Kidney Business Unit and is a key member of the BU leadership team. Key Responsibilities Drive the evolution and implementation of our go-to-market model, leading cross-functional launch plans to bring transformative therapies to patients. Build and coach the marketing team to operate as a high-performing unit. Lead strategic and tactical brand plans, including annual planning and execution. Create commercialization campaigns with key messages, disease education, and patient/HCP campaigns. Generate market insights to position Vertex therapies effectively. Use data and technology innovatively, evaluating ROI for all activities. Define and track performance goals, leading cross-functional launch readiness teams. Contribute to forecasting assumptions, short and long-term. Maintain external focus through customer and field team engagement. Develop partnerships with cross-functional teams to support business goals. Collaborate with communications to approve customer materials. Manage agency partners to ensure on-budget, timely deliverables. Model and promote a culture of compliance, ethics, and integrity. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree. Typically requires 12 years of experience and 5 years of supervisory/management experience or equivalent. Preferred experiences include specialty product launches, working in highly competitive markets, and kidney disease experience. Required Skills Strategy development for brands in competitive spaces. Insight generation and application to business challenges. Analytical skills, including ROI analysis and resource allocation. Knowledge of market forecasts and business drivers. Proficiency in MS Office applications. Experience in pharmaceutical marketing or related fields. Team management skills.

Pay Range:

$225,600 – $338,400

Disclosure Statement:

The salary range is an estimate; actual salary depends on various factors. The role is eligible for bonuses and equity awards, with additional benefits as part of Vertex’s Total Rewards package.

Flex Designation:

Hybrid-Eligible or On-Site Eligible Flex Eligibility Status:

The position allows for remote work up to two days per week or full on-site work with ad hoc flexibility, subject to company policies. Company Information Vertex is a global biotech company investing in scientific innovation. We are committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities and support diversity and inclusion in our workforce. Web Reference

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Posted Date Wed, 11 Jun 2025 To apply for this position you will complete an application form on another website provided by or on behalf of Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated . Please note JobShark – Maine Jobs is not responsible for the application process on any external website.