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United As One for Patients, our purpose in Healthcare is to help create, improve and prolong lives. We develop medicines, intelligent devices and innovative technologies in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology and Fertility. Our teams work together across 6 continents with passion and relentless curiosity in order to help patients at every stage of life. Joining our Healthcare team is becoming part of a diverse, inclusive and flexible working culture, presenting great opportunities for personal development and career advancement across the globe.
Your Role: We look for a passionate professional, seasoned in both Market Access and Government Affairs, to join our Austrian’s Healthcare Leadership Team as Head of Market Access, Pricing and Government Affairs, based in Vienna. The key purpose of the role is to expand access and for our Healthcare portfolio in Austria, and to engage stakeholders in Austrian Healthcare sector and to oversee and manage Government Affairs and Communications for Austria.
The scope of the role will encompass both strategic work and day-to-day operations, in the office, but also out in the field. It offers an exciting opportunity for personal and professional growth, to deliver strong impact for patients and business and for collaboration across all our business sectors in Austria. In this role you will also work closely with the EU Regional Market Access & Pricing function and Regional Government Affairs team. You will support the Country General Manager across the following functional domains and serve as a strong business partner to the Business Unit Heads, Country Medical Director, Regulatory Affairs, and other internal stakeholders.
Market Access & Pricing (MAP)
Develop and implement an integrated market access strategy outlining the key priorities, plans and actions incl. external engagementDevelop pricing & access strategies for launch and in-line brands in collaboration with the business units and the EMEA regionProvide MAP input into country Brand Strategies and Brand PlanningMaintain strong insight on competitor strategies, pricing, and activitiesEnsure compliance to global and local pricing SOPs, including management of the local input into the global pricing database and maintain data quality for the marketInteract with relevant stakeholders, such as payers, HCPs and pharmacists, to find optimal solutions to proactively shape the access and pricing landscape, in full compliance with regulatory and ethical standardsAdapt global value dossiers and Health Economics models with strong leverage of local data and evidence to ensure a strong submission and outcomes
Governmental Affairs & Communications
Develop and execute Austrian Government Affairs strategy with the aim to understand healthcare trends and policies which may impact company businessEstablish stakeholder relationships with major players in Austria to explore opportunities to partner. This includes responsibility for mapping public institutions and other stakeholders, developing advocacy strategies and materials focusing on company profile and specific policyActively networking and managing day-to-day advocacy with public institutions and guiding senior level relationships and outreachDemonstrate a holistic understanding of the business and use this to identify areas of collaboration with stakeholders which are relevant to business interestsMap interest organizations and build strong partnership platforms for dialogue and strengthen company value proposition for key stakeholdersDevelop strategic approach to local trade association engagement aligned with business priorities. Represent/ support GM participation in trade associations and relevant institutions or conferencesDevelopment and execution of a communication strategy for the affiliate, aimed at driving internal engagement, but also raising the profile of Merck externally
Who You Are:
10+ years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a minimum 5 years in market access & pricing and governmental affairs rolesGraduate degree in healthcare, law or life science, ideally complemented with a graduate degree in managementFluency in written and spoken German and English languageExperience in business partnering with members of a Country Leadership Team and regional stakeholders in a matrix organization to deliver on joint objectivesCommercial acumen with the ability to contribute expertise to country, regional and global franchise strategiesStrong understanding of Austrian healthcare systems and payer environment and ability to navigate network with relevant stakeholders to translate trends and insights into tangible actionsDemonstrated impact in advancing market access in complex and competitive environmentTrack record of active contribution to trade association agendasSolution oriented mindset to bring together evidence, access, pricing and government / public affairsStrong communication and negotiation skills Experience in developing commercial business cases and value communication and developing and implementing alternative contracting modelsExperience in developing Health Economics models and compiling value dossiers, based on appraisal of clinical and economic dataExperience with Real World Evidence generation and utilization would be an advantageOutgoing and engaging, while analytically minded personality
An attractive compensation package awaits you. The salary range for this position starts at €100,000 and depends on your qualifications and previous experience.
What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!