Job Description

We believe that the difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness. With a proud legacy spanning 125 years, we have established ourselves as a leader in the pharmaceutical industry, offering a diversified portfolio that includes prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products. Our success is rooted in ethical integrity, forward momentum, and a mission dedicated to achieving new milestones in global healthcare.

As part of our Market Access division, we serve as educators and advocates for revolutionary products and practices that enhance patient outcomes worldwide. Our tenacious team possesses a deep understanding of the healthcare market, enabling us to build collaborative relationships with business leaders, customers, and legislative powers to cultivate positive product uptake and education.

Do you want to help us become the world’s leading healthcare company while unleashing your full potential? Are you excited about the opportunity to take full accountability for market access strategy for one of our key oncology products, with multiple launches on the horizon? Do you want to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare ecosystem to ensure better patient access to innovative therapies? If so, you could be our new Market Access Manager for activities in Lithuania!

Key Responsibilities:

As our Market Access Manager, you will:

Drive the Market Access Agenda: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to effectively advance our market access initiatives.Develop Integrated Strategies: Support the creation and implementation of market access strategies that align with our commercial goals.Lead Reimbursement and Contracting Efforts: Develop pricing and reimbursement strategies while securing necessary internal approvals.Identify Opportunities and Risks: Early identification of market access-related opportunities and threats to optimize the introduction of new medicines, working closely with cross-functional teams.Conduct Market Surveillance: Stay informed on both formal and informal trends in the healthcare landscape to identify opportunities and risks related to market access.Support Local Data Generation: Collaborate on local data generation studies that align with value demonstration requirements.

Education, Background & Experience:

Degree: Bachelor’s or master’s in business administration, Health Economics, or equivalent from an accredited university is preferred.Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience working in market access or similar roles.Proven Success: Demonstrated track record in developing and implementing successful access strategies.Strong Relationships: Proven ability to build influential relationships with key stakeholders.Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of key market access issues and the external policy environment.Language Skills: Proficient in business English and Lithuanian.Analytical Skills: Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to drive results.Data Translation: Ability to digest scientific data and translate findings into compelling value messages.Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills with strong leadership capabilities and a collaborative spirit.

Why Join Us?

You will be part of a passionate team that is dedicated to making a significant impact in global healthcare. We offer a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and provides autonomy to drive meaningful change. Join us in our mission to improve patient access to groundbreaking medicines and be a part of something truly transformative in the healthcare landscape.

Application Process:

If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume detailing your relevant experience and motivation.

Together, let’s shape the future of healthcare!
We look forward to welcoming you to our team.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

50%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

Yes

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

02/15/2025

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Requisition ID:R326025