Director, Pricing & Contracting
Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. · Boston, MA · 2 wk ago
HybridHealthcare$237k–$260k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of U.S. pricing strategy, including launch price recommendations and lifecycle pricing management
- Design and implement payer contracting strategies, including rebate structures and contracting frameworks with pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), national payer organizations, and regional health plans
- Support contract negotiations and ensure pricing and rebate strategies align with payer coverage objectives
- Develop and manage gross-to-net (GTN) models that support financial forecasting, access strategy decisions, and pricing scenario planning
- Collaborate closely with Finance to ensure pricing assumptions, GTN forecasts, and contracting scenarios are accurately reflected in financial planning and forecasting models
- Monitor payer contracting trends, competitive pricing dynamics, and reimbursement environments to inform pricing strategy and market access planning
- Support the development of pricing governance processes and provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership regarding pricing decisions and contracting strategies
- Develop and propose short- and long-term objectives for the function in accordance with overall Company strategies and plans
- Plan and manage budget proposals and approved budgets in accordance with the Company’s strategic and operating plans and Finance policies
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or MBA preferred
- 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, including at least 5 plus years in Pricing, Contracting, or Market Access roles
- Demonstrated experience developing U.S. pricing strategy, including launch pricing recommendations and lifecycle pricing management for specialty-lite and/or specialty therapies
- Proven experience developing and managing gross-to-net (GTN) models to support financial forecasting, pricing scenario planning, and contracting strategy
- Demonstrated experience designing and implementing payer contracting strategies, including rebate structures and negotiations with pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), national payer organizations, government payers and regional health plans
- Experience evaluating government pricing implications including AMP, Best Price, Medicaid rebate exposure, and 340B pricing considerations
- Experience supporting product launches or late-stage pipeline assets strongly preferred
- Strong financial modeling and analytical skills with the ability to translate complex pricing and contracting scenarios into strategic recommendations
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Compliance, Medical Affairs, and Commercial teams
- Experience supporting pricing governance processes and cross-functional pricing decision frameworks preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, and executive presentation skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment