Associate Director, Market Access Contracting

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure timely review, development, and implementation of contract proposals
• Manage the timely development, negotiation and execution of all contract documents, in partnership with Trade Channel Management, Specialty Care Market Access Strategy, Market Access Legal, and Specialty Pharmacies/Customers
• Maintain oversight of all contract document activity and touch points from inception through final execution
• Communicate contract status and key information to internal stakeholders, as requested
• Serve as an advisor, delivering insights to help drive strategic contracting decisions
• Implement and execute brand strategies and operational efficiencies through contracts

Strategic Support & Implementation

• Represent Market Access Contracting to internal and external stakeholders across therapeutic areas
• Support and mentor team members through onboarding, professional development, and project delivery

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Trade Channel Management and Specialty Care Market Access Strategy to develop and execute contract strategy for current and launch products
• Work with Trade Channel Management, Specialty Care Market Access Strategy, and Market Access Legal to assess contract risks and benefits
• Partner with Contract Operations to ensure proper system set-up of pricing terms and payments
• Act as a strategic advisor to leadership and field teams, identifying key contracting questions and delivering actionable solutions to ensure success of contracting
• Maintain effective communications with cross-functional teams
• Communicate opportunities, challenges, and timelines with internal partners

Contract Intelligence & Analysis

• Contribute to the development and evaluation of contract management process improvements including through automation and AI
• Provide insights on significant contracting/market issues
• Stay current on industry trends impacting contracting