Commercial Supply Chain Graduate

Job Description

General Summary:

The Commercial Supply Chain Graduate will join the Supply Chain team to gain expertise in supply chain, logistics and inventory management. They will collaborate across departments to optimise processes, contribute to inventory management and gain hands-on experience in data analysis and supply chain management.

Key Duties And Responsibilities:

• Assists with inventory management, production planning and distribution
• Participates in cross-functional projects to optimise end-to-end supply chain operations
• Analyses supply chain data to support decision making and process improvements
• Develop and maintain reports on supply chain performance metrics
• Confirms completion and tracking of supply chain supply-related documentation
• Supports tasks related to product management such as new product introduction and life cycle management
• Works with various cross-functional groups (such as Quality, Tech Ops, Regulatory, suppliers, etc.) to proactively and collaboratively resolve issues that may block the timely flow of materials or projects

Knowledge And Skills:

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Clear enthusiasm and interest for the pharmaceutical industry
• A keen interest in supply chain management and logistics
• A team player with the ability to build collaborative relationships
• Self-motivated, proactive and enthusiastic, keen to develop and learn

Education And Experience:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or Life Sciences
• Typically requires 1 year or less experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Role Duration

September 2026 to July 2028

Our Ways Of Working:

• Flex @ Vertex details 
• Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible 
• Flex Eligibility Status
• In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:  

1. 1.    Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select 
2. 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.  

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.