Lead, Payer Marketing & Strategy, Global Rare Diseases

Lead, Payer Marketing & Strategy, Global Rare Diseases

Reporting to the Head of Access Marketing, Strategy, & US HEOR for the Americas, this role will lead the development and implementation of Access strategy and develop tactical initiatives for the assigned Chiesi Rare Disease portfolio. The Lead will collaborate closely with the brand marketing teams and other cross functional partners, all in support of ensuring life-changing treatments remain accessible to the patients who need them.

In the near term, this role will support and contribute to the success of a product portfolio in Chiesi Rare Disease – in the longer term, this role offers the opportunity to grow and develop as part of a highly experienced market access team for an exciting, growing company.

You'll be responsible for:

• Support the development of market access strategy, tactics and marketing materials for the assigned portfolio.
• Collaborate with partners from across the business, including Brand Marketing, Patient Services, Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR), Finance, Sales, Data/Analytics, and Global Market Access.
• Monitor spend and manage assigned payer marketing budget for brands, being a good steward of company resources.
• Be a resource on all things US Market Access – strategies, tactics, situation assessments, etc. – for our cross functional partners.
• Lead engagement with the creative agency partner(s) for assigned portfolio, and facilitate Promotional Review Board (PRB) review of marketing materials.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to ensure brand access messages and environment is pulled through to all customers.

You will need to have Bachelor's degree required. 10 years progressive experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry across key functions such as marketing, market access, contracting, commercial operations, and data analytics. At least 5 years directly within market access or brand marketing. Good understanding of payer segments (Commercial, Medicaid, Medicare Part D & B, etc.), reimbursement, and Specialty Pharmacy data. Direct experience in supporting Medical Benefit (Buy/Bill) is important Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize data and deliver a clear overview of Market Access insights.

Strong analytical (qualitative and quantitative), strategic thinking, creativity & problem-solving skills. Self-directed and confident, with ability to contribute to shared commitment and goals to achieve high standards of performance. Well organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining high attention to detail. Demonstrated success with project management. Demonstrated understanding of the current US payer environment and Market Access dynamics required.

History of success in developing market access tactics for use with US payers.

We would prefer for you to have Experience with a Promotional Review Committee (Legal/Medical/Regulatory) and experience with Veeva Vault or similar. Experience with in Rare Disease.

Location Hybrid position based in Boston, MA office.

Compensation The annual base pay for this position ranges from $184,140 to $225,060. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

What we offer No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way. We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market.

Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive. Chiesi USA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work force at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law.

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