VP, Market Access & Payer Strategy

ARS Pharmaceuticals Operations, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 320,000 - 370,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

401k matching

Medical, Dental & Vision

Job summary

ARS Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Vice President, Market Access to lead the strategy for marketed and pipeline products, ensuring optimal patient access, formulary positioning, and reimbursement. The role collaborates with Sales, Marketing, Medical Affairs, and Commercial Operations to shape the broader commercial plan.

The position requires 15+ years in life sciences market access, strong payer relationships, and leadership experience, with advanced degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degrees preferred.
• 15+ years of commercial experience with market access, pricing, and reimbursement.
• At least 5 years of people leadership experience.
• Extensive relationships with payers and PBMs; Medicaid policy experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead market access strategy across marketed and pipeline products, including patient access, formulary positioning, and reimbursement.
• Serve as senior expert on payer engagement, reimbursement trends, and contracting.
• Oversee Gross-to-Net, government pricing, and governance processes.
• Provide executive oversight of contracting activities with GPOs, IDNs, wholesalers, and other buyers.
• Ensure compliance with pricing regulations and reporting requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Payer engagement

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic pricing

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA/PhD/PharmD/MD preferred

Job description

ARS Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Vice President, Market Access to lead the strategy for marketed and pipeline products, ensuring optimal patient access, formulary positioning, and reimbursement. The role collaborates with Sales, Marketing, Medical Affairs, and Commercial Operations to shape the broader commercial plan.

The position requires 15+ years in life sciences market access, strong payer relationships, and leadership experience, with advanced degree preferred.