Lead, Market Access Analytics, US Oncology (Associate Director)

USA - 3312 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. is seeking the US Oncology Market Access Analytics Lead to leverage data from multiple sources to drive above-brand analytics and strategic recommendations for US Oncology Market Access.

You will partner with US OBU PVA functions, model policy impacts, and communicate insights to senior leadership, supporting field teams across Boston and beyond.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree required; 5+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience.
• 3+ years of oncology experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US reimbursement and market access.
• Experience in corporate strategy or consulting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data across Market Access channels to inform strategy.
• Model impacts of policy changes and communicate insights to leadership.
• Collaborate with Access Marketing, Health Policy, Finance, and Field teams.
• Develop KPI tracking and reporting for above-brand initiatives.

Skills

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

BS/BA degree

MBA or higher

Job description

Job Description

As a member of Takeda Oncology, your work will contribute to our bold, inspiring vision: We aspire to cure cancer. Here, you'll build a career grounded in purpose and be empowered to deliver your best. The US Oncology Market Access Analytics Lead will leverage data across multiple sources to create analyses, synthesize results into actionable insights, and communicate the business impact to cross-functional stakeholders to shape US Oncology Business Unit (OBU) Market Access strategies and enable Market Access field teams. Main activities include analysis of data from above brand Hub/Patient Services Programs, Trade & Distribution Operations, State & Federal policies (PBM reform, MFN, etc), and other emerging US healthcare landscape trends that impact the Oncology therapeutic area. This role will report to the Head of Access Analytics, US OBU Patient, Value, and Access (PVA). Keys to success in this position include strong analytical thinking and modeling capabilities, the ability to collaborate effectively cross-functionally, and strong communication skills to translate insights into actionable strategies. This is a highly visible role within the organization and will collaborate closely with Access Marketing, Health Policy, Finance, Global PVA, and US and Global Band teams, and Field Payer and Account-facing teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in the Oncology therapeutic area and strong analytical skills in the market access space.

How you will contribute

• Partner with various US OBU PVA functions to drive above brand market access analytics and modeling, focusing on Hub/Patient Services Programs, Trade & Distribution, and US Health Policy
• Identify and quantify impact for US OBU leadership of ongoing and emerging US Healthcare policies that affect the Oncology Therapeutic Area
• Align with Global Oncology Market Access team with assumptions and impact of US healthcare trends to scenario plan for the long range forecast
• Own and develop Market Access Oncology above brand KPIs, identify appropriate data sources, and lead tracking and reporting to cross functional stakeholders
• Develop analyses from multiple sources and communicate output into clear concise insights and recommendations to Market Access field teams and senior leadership for decision making and strategy development
• Provide thought partnership in the evaluation of key business implications, strategic alternatives, tactical options, risks, and opportunities for key brand and late-stage pipeline assets
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven and fast-paced multi-tasking environment including managing multiple projects and analyses with on time completion
• Showcase consulting skills, including listening, problem definition, hypothesis generation, data analysis, translation to value, and oral and written presentation for strong business impact and value-add
• Identify business needs proactively and build analysis in order to mitigate risk and improve results

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• BS/BA degree required; preferably advanced degree in a relevant field (MBA, Masters, PhD) 5+ years of pharmaceutical experience required, and 3+ years of oncology experience preferred
• Experience working in a corporate strategy or consulting role preferred
• Market Access experience required
• Proficiency in knowledge in the reimbursement and access across US healthcare landscape
• Demonstrated ability to lead with humility, courage, urgency, integrity and the ability to influence without authority
• High self-awareness and political acuity
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills
• Advanced business acumen and analytical thinking skills; expert proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

More about us

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location: Boston, MA U.S. Base Salary Range: $154,400.00 - $242,550.00 The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

EEO Statement

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Locations

Boston, MA
Worker Type Employee
Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt Yes
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About Takeda

Takeda is an industry-leading, global pharmaceutical company with an unwavering dedication to putting patients at the center of everything we do. We live our values of Takeda-ism – Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance – and are united by our mission to strive towards Better Health and a Brighter Future for people worldwide through leading innovation in medicine. Here, everyone matters and you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission. At Takeda, you will make an impact on people’s lives – including your own. Takeda is an equal opportunity employer.