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Position Summary
Senior Manager, Pricing & Access Strategy (Lead) [EG120]
Pricing & Access Strategy / Market Access & Government Affairs (MAx & GA)
Reporting to Director, Pricing & Access Strategy

Key Responsibilities
Pricing Access :

Global/ BMS brand team engagement on pricing & access strategies Lead Pricing & Access strategy development and implementationPrepare pipeline assets for launch inclusive of all Pricing Access related initiatives and launch plansDevelop brand specific Pricing Access resources and act as a liaison with all cross-functional teams to ensure pull-through activities are aligned with brand objectives and prioritiesDevelop internal working partnerships with global Pricing Access Strategy Lead, HEOR, Advocacy / Policy, and Legal to drive critical decision and ensure proper executionEstablish relationships with and external leaders to identify healthcare industry trends and insights to inform prioritization of resourcesLead the market access portion of brand planningCommunicate Pricing Access specific strategies to internal business partners for incorporation into brand planningLead development and maintenance of a timeline for input into key BMS Pipeline decision points for new assets and indicationsIn partnership with local and global Market Access leadership, establish a perspective on the future Japan landscape relative to Pricing Access management, policy scenarios, and payment & reimbursementOwns, leads, and oversees execution of all value communications initiatives for portfolio, including initiatives and business plans for inline and pipeline productsLeads the development of the Pricing Access value story, supported by credible clinical, health economics and quality of life messages to justify brand value; interfaces with HEOR team to guide evidence generation efforts that support payer value story developmentLeverages understanding of the competitive landscape to anticipate and pre-empt future competitor moves by developing innovative strategies and tactics across Market AccessLead the Japan Health Authority (the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, MHLW) engagement to achieve value based pricing outcomes for BMS products in support of Access & pricing DirectorLead the response to the MHLW at price revisions and repricing of in-line products

External Interactions :

As a contact point for the administrative authorities, mainly of the MHLW, carry out required proactive and reactive activities in coordination with other BMS divisions.

Obtain the latest information on the organization and functions of the MHLW.Be aware of and plan for ongoing and anticipated changes in pricing policy and the external health policy environment that impact BMS business.

Qualifications & Experience
If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Education:

Bachelor level qualification in business or life sciences (required)Masters or Diploma qualification in Public Health or related discipline (preferred)Masters or Diploma qualification in Business Administration or related discipline (preferred)

Experience:

>5 years in healthcare & pharmaceutical sector experience required2-4 years’ experience in at least one of the below areas:PricingMarket AccessHealth EconomicsRegulatory AffairsClinical DevelopmentGovernment Affairs and AdvocacyDemonstrated ability to access and influence various functional areas and motivate groups to action without direct line management responsibilityExperience in translating insights and strategies into effective marketing tactics, and ability to drive execution of key initiatives and meet all deadlinesDirect pricing negotiation experience preferredExternal engagement experience in pharmaceuticals industry associations preferred

Skillset / knowledge base:

Understand pricing policy changes to assess implication on responsible productsExceptional interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to drive performance effectively and efficiently within a matrix organizationMust have strong ability to prioritize and work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentDeep understanding of Japan medical system, medical insurance system and drug pricing systemAbility in risk assessment and proactive management related to anticipated Pricing Access policy changes and the evolution of our operating environmentAdditional competencies include Strategic Planning, marketing analytics, brand therapeutic area knowledge and customer / competitive insightsAbility to define and demonstrate the value of pharmaceutical products in drug price negotiations with the authoritiesAbility to formulate drug Pricing Access strategy based on product data and potential, competitive landscape, policy environment and other factorsAbility to actively communicate with local and global teams as well as other companies to collect information and promote smooth operations

Attributes:

Cross-functional leadershipHigh energyInstinctive curiosityExcellent communicator (English and Japanese)Pursues challengesSeeks excellenceValues partnershipGrowth mindset

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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