Strategic Pricing Director: Lead Innovation & Growth

AstraZeneca; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca Canada is seeking a strategic pricing leader to mentor a Pricing team across portfolio pricing strategies, governance and payer negotiations. The role focuses on developing forward-looking pricing that aligns with global policies and local market needs, building models and approving deals for public and private payers.

You will collaborate with Commercial and Finance, shaping asset inputs, monitoring price performance, and ensuring PMPRB compliance while guiding local strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field; MBA is an asset.
• 7–10+ years in Market Access or Pricing in pharma.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian payer environment and PMPRB.
• Proven people leadership and senior commercial credibility.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Strategic Pricing team and drive pricing governance.
• Develop pricing strategies for AZ brands and contracting solutions.
• Collaborate with business units to model financials and prepare leadership presentations.
• Ensure compliance with global pricing policies and PMPRB reporting.
• Advise on net price impact for Patient Support Programs.

Skills

Strategic pricing

Team leadership

Pricing strategy

Analytical rigour

Negotiation

Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

MBA

Tools

Excel

Pricing analytics tools

Job description

AstraZeneca Canada is seeking a strategic pricing leader to mentor a Pricing team across portfolio pricing strategies, governance and payer negotiations. The role focuses on developing forward-looking pricing that aligns with global policies and local market needs, building models and approving deals for public and private payers.

You will collaborate with Commercial and Finance, shaping asset inputs, monitoring price performance, and ensuring PMPRB compliance while guiding local strategic