Senior Director, US Market Access Strategy, Povetacicept (POVE)
Vertex Pharmaceuticals · Boston, MA · 5 days ago
HybridFull-time
Key Duties And Responsibilities
- Lead POVE pricing and contracting strategies across current and future indications
- Oversee development of the POVE value proposition in partnership with HEORS
- Spearhead the Market Access launch readiness teams to ensure all US Market Access functional areas are aligned to strategy and all tactical elements are finalized in preparation for FDA approval
- Identify and address key product barriers to access and performance by applying advanced understanding of contracting and pricing strategies, payer analytics, and payer market trends
- Develop brand and market access strategies by payer channel to support patient access for POVE through the creation and delivery of impactful market access resources
- Lead the annual long-range planning (LRP) process and US Market Access brand planning for POVE in IgAN and future indications
- Develop, train, and implement the necessary promotional resources and reimbursement pull-through that support field account teams’ efforts with key customers
- Secure and oversee external vendors to deliver resources and strategic insights on time and within budget
- Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess impact of key initiatives
- Function as a trusted subject matter expert to internal colleagues and external customers
Knowledge And Skills
- Deep experience in product commercialization and access strategy for launch products across benefits
- Previous contract strategy leadership experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech or healthcare industry
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding access objectives and goals, both as an individual and as part of a team
- Expert knowledge of US healthcare system, including gov’t and commercial payers, policy, and regulatory environment
- Pharmacy and medical benefit experience
- Strong understanding of specialty pharmacy and distribution strategy
- Excellent communication skills with experience presenting to customers and internal leadership
- Demonstrated ability to successfully lead cross-functional teams, influence without direct authority, foster collaboration, and succeed in a highly matrixed environment
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and work effectively across cross-functional teams
- Preference for candidate with prior direct disease area experience
- Experience leading and managing a team
Education And Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (advanced degree preferred)
- Typically requires 12 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
- Typically requires 5 years of supervisory experience
- Launch experience required
- Payer contracting experience preferred
Location
On-site in Boston – Seaport, with a hybrid schedule (3 days a week); relocation available
Pay Range
$232,000 - $348,000