Market Access Manager

Merck; Województwo mazowieckie; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck in Poland is seeking a Market Access Manager to shape access to oncology and hematology therapies. You will work with Medical, Marketing, and Policy teams to support evidence-based reimbursement and improve patient access.

The role requires HTA expertise, policy awareness, and strong communication. Hybrid work setup and collaboration with external stakeholders are key aspects of the position.

Qualifications

• Degree in pharmacy, medicine, life sciences, public health, economics, or business.
• At least 2 years in market access with HTA exposure.
• Ability to develop market access strategies and conduct HTA.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Polish and English fluency; strong networking.

Responsibilities

• Market analysis to support access for new products.
• Oversee HTA dossiers preparation and submission.
• Monitor pricing, reimbursement, and legislation developments.
• Lead evidence-generation projects addressing clinical, economic, and patient outcomes.
• Prepare analyses for pricing negotiations with authorities.
• Engage with healthcare professionals and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with laws and internal policies.

Skills

HTA knowledge

Market access

Health economics

Data analysis

Pricing strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Policy awareness

KAM skills

Education

Pharmacy / Medicine degree

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Job Description

Join our Market Access Team as a Market Access Manager and help shape access to oncology and hematology treatments in Poland. This role calls for a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of market access, health technology assessment (HTA), and the Polish healthcare landscape. You will work closely with the Oncology Market Access Associate Director and cross-functional teams, including Medical, Marketing, and Policy, to support evidence-based reimbursement and improve patient access to our oncology and hematology treatments.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Analysis: Assess our oncology and hematology portfolio through clinical data evaluation, literature reviews, and analysis of unmet medical needs to support successful access for new products and indications.
• HTA Submissions: Oversee the preparation and submission of HTA dossiers for new products and indications, ensuring alignment with applicable submission requirements and coordinating input from internal and external stakeholders.
• Healthcare Policy and Reimbursement Analysis: Monitor developments in pricing, reimbursement, and relevant legislation, assess their implications for patient access, and inform evidence-based market access planning.
• Evidence Generation: Lead market access evidence-generation projects addressing clinical, economic, and patient-reported outcomes, in collaboration with relevant functions.
• Negotiation Preparation: Prepare evidence-based analyses and supporting materials for pricing and reimbursement negotiations with the Economic Committee and the Ministry of Health.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with healthcare professionals and relevant healthcare stakeholders to understand unmet needs and access barriers and support evidence-based dialogue.
• Compliance Assurance: Ensure all market access activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Qualifications

Required:

• A degree in pharmacy, medicine, life sciences, public health, economics, business, or a related discipline. Additional training in health economics, HTA, or healthcare policy is an advantage.
• At least 2 years of market access experience, with a strong understanding of HTA processes and external affairs activities.
• Demonstrated ability to develop market access strategies and conduct health technology assessments.
• Excellent organizational and networking skills, with clear, effective written and verbal communication.
• A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Solid negotiation skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in Polish and English, with proficient computer skills.

Desired:

• In-depth knowledge of the Polish healthcare system.
• Experience in oncology or hematology.
• Knowledge of public-sector healthcare decision-making and reimbursement processes.

Why Join Us?

At our company, we are committed to improving patient access to innovative oncology therapies. As an Oncology Market Access Manager, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. If you are a creative problem-solver with a passion for market access in healthcare, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission to transform oncology care.

Additional location(s) Compensation Information:

Required Skills:

• Cost Effectiveness Analysis, Data Analysis, Evidence Gathering, Healthcare Reimbursement, Health Economic Modeling, Health Economics, Health Information Technology (HIT), Health Policy Analysis, Health Technology Assessment (HTA), Hematology, Key Account Management, Market Access, Market Entry Strategy, Oncology, Pricing Processes

Employee Status: Regular

Relocation: No relocation

VISA Sponsorship: No

Travel Requirements: 10%

Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid

Shift: Not Indicated

Valid Driving License: No

Hazardous Material(s): n/a