Associate Director, Payer Marketing - Oncology Multiple Myeloma

We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations.

About the role

As an Associate Director, CAR-T Payer & Value Marketing, you will lead the strategy and execution of payer-focused initiatives that shape access to transformative cell therapies across the U.S. This is a critical commercial leadership role responsible for translating clinical and economic evidence into compelling payer value strategies that expand patient access and enable successful in-line performance and near-term launches in CAR-T. This position may be based in Foster City, CA, Thousand Oaks, CA, or Parsippany, NJ.

Responsibilities

• Lead Payer Strategy & Value Platform Development
  • Own the development of the CAR-T payer value narrative, ensuring alignment with evolving reimbursement and access dynamics
  • Design and deliver differentiated value propositions that influence payer decision-making and support broader adoption
  • Drive strategies that enable expansion of Centers of Excellence and optimize network access
• Build Best-in-Class Payer Tools & Field Enablement
  • Oversee development of critical payer tools (e.g., value story, budget impact models, cost calculators)
  • Ensure tools are insight-driven, compliant, and tailored to payer-specific needs
  • Enable field and account teams through training and ongoing support on payer messaging and resources
• Advance Evidence Generation & Value Communication
  • Partner with HEOR and Market Access to define and deliver evidence strategies aligned to payer expectations
  • Translate complex clinical and economic data into clear, differentiated value communications
  • Ensure evidence supports both in-line optimization and successful pipeline/launch execution
• Drive Cross-Functional Alignment & Launch Readiness
  • Serve as a key connector across Market Access, Brand, Medical Affairs, GACO, and Account Teams
  • Align payer strategy with enterprise commercial objectives and launch plans
  • Collaborate with alliance partners where applicable to ensure unified execution
• Manage External Partners & Execution Excellence
  • Lead agency of record and vendor relationships to deliver high-quality, compliant materials
  • Oversee PRC review process and ensure adherence to regulatory and legal standards
  • Manage budgets and statements of work to ensure efficient and effective resource allocation

What Success Looks Like (First 6–12 Months)

• Launch-ready payer value platform supporting CAR-T growth and pipeline execution
• High adoption and effective utilization of payer tools across field teams
• Strong alignment across cross-functional stakeholders on payer strategy
• Delivery of impactful, compliant materials on time and within budget

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and 10+ years of experience, OR Master’s Degree and 8+ years of experience, OR PhD and 2+ years of experience

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of CAR-T reimbursement dynamics, including single case agreements and network requirements
• Strong knowledge of hematology/oncology and cell therapy landscape
• Expertise in U.S. healthcare economics, including buy-and-bill, hospital economics, and payer/provider models
• Experience developing payer value platforms and contributing to HEOR evidence strategies
• Demonstrated success engaging with payers, providers, and health policy stakeholders
• Advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills
• Excellent communication, influencing, and project management capabilities

People Leader Accountabilities

• Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams
• Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations, and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential
• Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives and holding them to account

Pay

The salary range for this position is $195,670.00 - $253,220.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans

For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing