Associate Director, PAP Strategy & Affordability COE

BioSpace; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellbeing programs

Parental leave

Job summary

Sanofi in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Associate Director, PAP to drive operational excellence for patient affordability programs within the PSS Affordability COE. You will lead PAP and Free Goods program strategy, manage vendor contracts, and ensure alignment with Medicare/Medicaid policy changes while supporting patient access to therapies.

The role reports to the Director of PAP & Free Goods Programs, and requires 5+ years in affordability program management, with strong leadership and

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required.
• 5+ years of affordability program management experience.
• Advanced degree (MBA, MFin, MPH) preferred.
• Strong understanding of US patient affordability, access dynamics, and payer landscape.
• Knowledge of regulations governing US free goods programs.
• Ability to present a compelling business case to senior management.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee PAP Program management and operations, ensuring SOPs and processes reflect best practices.
• Manage contracts with external PAP and Free Goods vendors; ensure smooth PAP service implementation for new indications.
• Monitor Medicare/Medicaid policy changes and update business rules accordingly.
• Handle patient case escalations and partner with Brand PSS teams and hub vendors.
• Develop inventory management protocols and product forecasting for PAP programs.

Skills

Program management

Affordability expertise

Stakeholder management

Communication

Travel flexibility

Education

BA/BS degree

MBA or MPH preferred

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

Sanofi in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Associate Director, PAP to drive operational excellence for patient affordability programs within the PSS Affordability COE. You will lead PAP and Free Goods program strategy, manage vendor contracts, and ensure alignment with Medicare/Medicaid policy changes while supporting patient access to therapies.

The role reports to the Director of PAP & Free Goods Programs, and requires 5+ years in affordability program management, with strong leadership and