Market Access Director

Our client is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.The Opportunity:This position works out of our Lake Forest, IL location on site daily.The person hired in this role will be responsible for developing a comprehensive reimbursement strategy for the Infectious Disease (ID) portfolio in the US which includes leading the point-of-care (POC) molecular platform ID NOW. This position will report to the Divisional Vice President, US ID Commercial Operations.The Market Access Director will oversee initiatives to address the dynamic reimbursement landscape including advocacy efforts with payors, associations, and government bodies to help secure appropriate reimbursement and policies supporting the ID portfolio.What You'll Work On:Develop and oversee reimbursement strategy by key product areas, including molecular and lateral flow technologies in line with US Commercial and Global Market Access Strategies.Analyze data from varied sources to inform comprehensive strategy and to build organizational alignment.Lead a team of Market Access Managers to favorably impact local/regional payor decisions through deployment of clinical, association, and manufacturer advocacy.Execute on payor advocacy efforts in coordination with Rapid and Molecular Diagnostics Division, Infectious Disease Business Unit, and cross-divisional teams.Establish process for identifying and developing Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to support ID reimbursement efforts.Lead third-party support initiatives with established companies and organizations including CodeMap, leading outside reimbursement law firms, and industry coalitions advocating the value of point-of-care (POC) testing.Ensure the alignment of Market Access strategies to the commercial initiatives and priorities both for current and future products.Contribute to the broader ID organization as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the US reimbursement landscape across the broad continuum of sites of care.Secure reimbursement for products through timely preparation of submissions, effective understanding of local processes, and networking with key stakeholders.Communicate effectively to all levels of associates.Proactively monitor external environment, customers, and competitors to identify opportunities for protecting and improving value capture.Optimize payer value proposition and pricing policy.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in applicable field, and at least 7 years of experience in the Health Care reimbursement segment.Knowledge of point-of-care (POC) diagnostics and molecular platforms.Able to demonstrate an understanding of the Market Value Drivers for key customers.Ability to travel up to 50% as needed within the USA.Preferred Qualifications:Able to demonstrate the ability to think and plan strategically, identify strategic options, and trade-offs, strong analytical skills.MS or PhD preferred in a similar field.At least 5 years of demonstrated experience with effective communication throughout the organization.At least 7 years of experience with cross-functional collaboration.At least 10 years or more of experience preferred in a similar role.Value communication experience (key messaging, etc.).Ability to lead negotiations pathway workshops with the Market Access customer-facing team.Demonstrated understanding of the varied payment models utilized at the sites of care for the ID portfolio.Strong multi-tasking and project management skills needed.Demonstrates understanding of the applicable industry regulations and quality management systems including product labeling and claims.At our client company, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Free medical coverage for employees via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO.An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.This job will be reviewed periodically and is subject to change by management.NOTE: This position summary is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.The Company complies with all laws respecting equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants with regard to any protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, and local law, including disability/veteran status. This position may require you to work onsite or interact in person with customers of the Company and/or work onsite from time to time at the Company's facilities.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-11-06