Commercial Strategy Lead – Innovative Gene Therapies (Haematology - BeNeLux)

<p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Description</b></p><div><div><p><b><span>Location:</span></b><span><span> Hybrid office-based in </span></span><b><span>Haarlem (NL)</span></b><span><span> </span></span><span> </span></p><div><span> </span></div></div><div><p><b><span>The Opportunity</span></b><span><span> </span></span><br /><span><span>Join a global biotech pioneer dedicated to transforming lives. We are looking for a strategic leader to spearhead the commercial launch and growth of our ground-breaking gene-editing therapies for Sickle Cell Disease and Beta-Thalassemia across the<span> </span></span><span>BeNeLux</span><span><span> </span>region.</span></span><span> </span><span><span>Whether</span><span><span> </span>y</span><span>o</span><span>u are a seasoned biotech expert or a high-achieving commercial leader, we value your ability to navigate ambiguity and build meaningful partnerships.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>The Role</span></b><span><span> </span></span><br /><span><span>Reporting to the Senior Country Manager, you will be the architect of our local commercial strategy. This<span> </span></span><span>isn’t</span><span><span> </span></span><span>just about sales</span><span>;<span> </span></span><span>it’s</span><span><span> </span>about preparing healthcare systems for a new era of medicine.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Strategy &amp; Vision:</span></b><span><span> Translate global goals into local actions that reflect the unique healthcare landscapes of the Netherlands and Belgium.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Collaborative Leadership:</span></b><span><span> Guide a cross-functional team and mentor a direct report to ensure treatment centres are operationally ready for life-changing therapies.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Stakeholder Engagement:</span></b><span><span> Build authentic relationships with patient advocates, healthcare providers, and policy influencers to understand the patient journey and remove barriers to care.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Operational Excellence:</span></b><span><span> Manage performance through smart KPIs and disciplined resource allocation, ensuring our supply chain meets patient needs.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>What<span> </span></span><span>You’ll</span><span><span> </span>Bring</span></b><span><span> </span></span><br /><span><span>We are looking for a blend of strategic thinking and &#34;</span><span>hands-on</span><span>&#34; execution. You might be a great fit if you have:</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Commercial Leadership:</span></b><span><span> Experience leading commercial strategies, product launches, or<span> </span></span><span>compl</span><span>e</span><span>x</span><span><span> </span>projects within life sciences, healthcare, or a highly regulated innovative sector.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Adaptability:</span></b><span><span> A knack for learning fast, navigating &#34;first-of-its-kind&#34; challenges, and making data-driven decisions in evolving markets.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>People Impact:</span></b><span><span> A<span> </span></span><span>proven ability to</span><span><span> </span>influence and lead teams (both direct reports and cross-functional partners) toward a common goal.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Communication:</span></b><span><span> Fluency in </span></span><b><span>English</span></b><span><span> and either </span></span><b><span>Dutch</span></b><span><span> or </span></span><b><span>French</span></b><span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Integrity:</span></b><span><span> A deep commitment to ethical conduct and putting patient outcomes first.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Why Join Us?</span></b><span><span> </span></span><br /><span><span>We offer an entrepreneurial environment where creative problem-solving<span> </span></span><span>is celebrated</span><span>.<span> </span></span><span>You’ll</span><span><span> </span>have the autonomy to shape a new therapy area while<span> </span></span><span>bein</span><span>g supported</span><span><span> </span>by a global network of experts.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p><p>#LI-SG1</p><p>#LI-Hybrid</p><p><span>#LI-LE1</span></p></div></div><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Flex Designation:</b></p>Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Flex Eligibility Status:</b></p><p>In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: <br />1.    <b>Hybrid</b>: work remotely up to two days per week; <b>or select</b><br />2.    <b>On-Site</b>: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.</p><p>Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex &#64; Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.</p><p></p><p>#LI-Hybrid</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Company Information</b></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. </span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person&#39;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. 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