Associate Director, Contracts and Pricing Strategy

Overview

Our client is seeking an Associate Director of Pricing & Contracting Strategy to develop and lead pricing and contracting strategy for a growing nephrology product portfolio. This individual will serve as a key member of the U.S. Market Access organization and will play an integral role in preparing for the launch of a new nephrology asset with multiple indications.

The role requires deep expertise across payer and provider channels - including Medicare, Medicaid, and Commercial - as well as experience with buy‑and‑bill markets and Part B/medical benefit products. The ideal candidate will design innovative contracting solutions, shape launch pricing strategy, and partner cross‑functionally to ensure alignment across the organization.

• Develop payer and provider contracting strategies to support patient access for nephrology products
• Lead development of launch pricing strategy across multiple indications
• Build models to assess the impact of pricing and contracting scenarios across stakeholder groups and channels
• Independently manage projects from concept through execution
• Collaborate across U.S. cross‑functional teams—Insights & Analytics, Finance, Field Teams, Brand, and others—to drive alignment
• Partner with global access and policy teams to ensure cohesive strategy development
• Serve as a subject matter expert on contracting approaches for nephrology therapies
• Present strategic recommendations to senior leadership

You are a critical thinker who can clearly articulate complex contracting topics and thrive in a cross‑functional environment. You balance analytical rigor with strategic insight and can manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong relationships across teams.

• BA/BS required; advanced degree preferred
• 7+ years of experience in pharma, biotech, or consulting with a focus on pricing, contracting, or market access
• Ability to develop and communicate brand‑specific pricing and contracting strategies
• Strong understanding of U.S. government pricing dynamics (Medicaid, 340B, Medicare Parts B &
  
  D)
• Knowledge of buy‑and‑bill markets and medical benefit reimbursement
• Experience conducting primary payer and provider market research
• Familiarity with online survey tools and syndicated data sources
• Strong analytical, strategic, and critical‑thinking skills
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex topics to senior leadership
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across teams and influence stakeholders