Field Market Access Manager - Oncology

AstraZeneca; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company is seeking an Oncology Field Market Access Manager to execute market access strategies and manage key stakeholder interactions in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Pharmacy, at least 3 years of experience in healthcare, and strong communication and leadership skills. This position offers a chance to impact patient access and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in pharmaceutical or healthcare sectors.
• Experience in patient access, market access, or key account management.
• Experience in the Saudi market.

Responsibilities

• Execute the market access strategy.
• Establish market access strategies and objectives.
• Build relationships with key decision makers and stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent

Job description

JOB TITLE

Oncology Field Market Access Manager

About Astrazeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. We are more than just a leading pharmaceutical company.

Role Summary

• Responsible for executing the market access strategy and leading interactions with payers and key stakeholders to achieve and maintain reimbursement & patient access for AZ OBU Portfolio in KSA key accounts, managing access strategic projects across GCC.
• Based in Saudi Arabia.
• Reports directly to the GCC OBU Market Access Head.

What You’ll Do

Develop and execute brand strategies to achieve early access goals for new and existing launches.

• Establish market access strategies, objectives, and tactical plans aligned with brand strategies.
• Develop and implement formulary listing processes and brand expansion plans through effective communication with relevant teams.
• Understand stakeholder priorities, identify partnership opportunities, and provide solutions and recommendations.
• Monitor environmental shifts, trends, and behaviors, and suggest appropriate actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement short-term tactics and long-term strategies for portfolio lifecycle management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision makers and stakeholders.
• Liaise with government and private organizations to communicate AstraZeneca’s product positioning.
• Develop pre-launch market access strategies and pricing strategies to optimize product positioning.
• Engage with stakeholders to remove access barriers and deliver value-based discussions.
• Generate payer-relevant evidence through clinical trials, health economics modeling, RWE studies, literature research, and meta-analyses.
• Build localized value arguments supported by evidence.
• Create innovative projects to support customer needs and foster partnerships.

Stakeholders’ Management

• Build relationships with internal and external clients.
• Develop stakeholder engagement plans in alignment with leadership.
• Report on tactical plan implementation.
• Establish and maintain strong customer relationships.

Pricing Responsibilities

• Work with the team on developing pricing and reimbursement strategies to maximize product value.
• Assess competitive landscape and market access environment.
• Develop innovative pricing schemes and managed entry agreements.
• Collaborate on developing pricing strategies and minimum prices to enhance market success.

Passion for Customer

• Maintain close contact with key stakeholders influencing access decisions in hospitals and institutions.

Collaborating and Influencing Others

• Work collaboratively across functions, acting as a resource and leveraging expertise.
• Serve as a liaison to influence and motivate stakeholders through collaboration.

Corporate Responsibility

• Uphold high ethical standards and adhere to AstraZeneca’s code of ethics and local laws.
• Report safety, environmental, and conflict of interest issues promptly.

Essential for the Role

• Saudi nationality preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of success in pharmaceutical or healthcare sectors.
• Experience in patient access, market access, or key account management.
• Experience in the Saudi market.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, leadership, analytical, and organizational skills.

Desirable for the Role

• Strong commercial background.
• Experience in GCC markets and oncology portfolio.
• People management experience.
• Background in health economics or pharmacoeconomics.

Why AstraZeneca?

We are dedicated to being a great place to work, empowering you to push scientific boundaries and make a difference. We champion diversity, collaboration, lifelong learning, and growth. Join us to pioneer the future of healthcare.

What’s Next?

• If you are interested in joining our team, we look forward to hearing from you.
• If you have innovative ideas, we want to hear those too.

Where Can I Find Out More?

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Date Posted

11-أغسطس-2025

Closing Date

17-أغسطس-2025

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality. We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We comply with applicable laws on non-discrimination and employment eligibility.