Senior Contract Strategy Lead, Portfolio & Access

AstraZeneca GmbH; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 147,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Health benefits

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking an Associate Director of Contract Strategy in Wilmington, DE. You will shape contract strategies, work with national and regional payer teams, and align with Brand and Market Access strategies to optimize pricing and access.

The role involves financial analytics, ROI justification, and collaboration with multiple internal stakeholders. The position offers base pay in a broad range with incentive opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting seniority and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; preferably in Marketing, Science, Economics or Finance.
• 3+ yrs of experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry
• Understanding of Market Access and Healthcare delivery systems
• Analytical skills including problem solving, forecasting, contract development and financial modeling
• Demonstrated negotiation & relationship building skills
• Solution/Innovation mindset

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of contract strategies and lead strategies through the applicable approval/governance processes
• Directly partner with customer facing teams around prioritized key initiatives
• Co-develop and execute contracting negotiation strategies
• Coordinate with team of analysts/specialists in operational activities such as rebates, chargebacks, government reporting, contract writing and process approvals
• Monitor environment for shifts in trends or behaviors, interpret likely impact and suggest appropriate actions around life-cycle contracting and pricing considerations
• Develop deep understanding of competitive market conditions that affect pricing for individual brands
• Serves as a resource for Licensing and Business Development in assessing pricing on potential opportunities

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Financial modeling

Market access knowledge

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Science, Economics or Finance

Job description

AstraZeneca is seeking an Associate Director of Contract Strategy in Wilmington, DE. You will shape contract strategies, work with national and regional payer teams, and align with Brand and Market Access strategies to optimize pricing and access.

The role involves financial analytics, ROI justification, and collaboration with multiple internal stakeholders. The position offers base pay in a broad range with incentive opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting seniority and