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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

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