Senior Principal, Source to Pay Technology

Job DescriptionGeneral Summary:The Senior Principal, Source to Pay Technology will provide technical expertise, delivery, and support for Source-to-Pay AI-powered technologies. This role will focus on the implementation and subsequent maintenance of Source to Pay Orchestration solutions and AI capabilities. This role will partner with business leadership to identify and prioritize opportunities to improve business processes with innovative technology and data, gathering and refining requirements, determining options for solution design, delivering enhancements, supporting integrations, and contributing to technology projects and initiatives.Key Duties and Responsibilities:Serve as a trusted advisor for business stakeholders on Source to Pay technology and AI solutions to support and enable the business goals and objectivesCollaborate with business stakeholders to understand their current and future state strategy, needs, and requirements from a global perspectiveImplement AI capabilities in the Source to Pay space while meeting compliance, legal, and ethical standards, including data privacy and regulatory requirementsProactively offer innovative technologies and solution ideas, and potential business process improvements in pursuit of driving efficiencies and meeting business needsFacilitate workshops and discussions to collect and document user stories / requirementsDevelop and document functional and technical aspects for integrations with upstream and downstream platformsDesign, perform and document system configurations within in-scope platforms and applicationsContribute to the creation and documentation of testing strategies and execution plansWork with offshore team members and peers for platform support and technical development of enhancements and projectsManage relationships with strategic software vendors and managed service providers (as needed)Work closely with Privacy, DTE Compliance, and Internal Audit to ensure compliance with all appropriate regulations, data integrity policies, and Vertex’s system lifecycle and change management processesKnowledge and Skills:Experience with Source to Pay technologies (e.g., Contract Lifecycle Management platform (Icertis), Third-Party Risk Management platform (ProcessUnity), Electronic Signature platform (Docusign), Procure-to-Pay platform (Coupa), and Source to Pay Orchestration tools)In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience implementing AI/ML technologies Demonstrated ability to translate business challenges into AI-driven solutions with measurable outcomesFunctional and technical expertise with application configurations, integrations, and documentationDemonstrated ability to understand, analyze, and document complex business processes, translate business needs and functional requirements into technical or process-driven solutionsSelf-directed individual who is able to work independently and collaboratively in a matrixed team environmentExperience in program and project management, demand management, resource management and system lifecycle managementResults-oriented individual with a proven track record of on-time project delivery for large, complex projects with global stakeholdersExceptional analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, and prioritization skillsIn-depth experience in design, development, and deployment of technology solutions using agile software development practices and dev/ops modelVery strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to present in a clear and concise manner to various technical and non-technical audiencesDemonstrated ability to solve complex business problems by collaborating across organizational boundariesEducation and Experience:Bachelor's degree in technology discipline or equivalent8+ years of work experience with relevant business systems in the Life Sciences industry, or the equivalent combination of education and experienceExperience working with implementation partners as well as managed services providers and/or offshore teamsPreferred experience with ZipHQ#LI-HYBRIDPay Range:$177,600 - $266,400Disclosure Statement:The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. 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. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.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.Flex Designation:Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site EligibleFlex Eligibility Status:In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select2. 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. #LI-HybridCompany InformationVertex 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 View email address on click.appcast.io: Boston, MAType: Full time