Snr Market Access Manager, Oncology (Bryanston)

AstraZeneca; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking a Market Access Manager to enhance patient access to its medicines. The role involves developing pricing strategies, collaborating with teams, and engaging with stakeholders to ensure effective market access solutions. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree and at least 5 years of experience in Market Access Management within the South African healthcare landscape.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Market Access Management experience.
• Understanding of the South African Healthcare Landscape.
• Experience in developing innovative payor solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement pricing strategies.
• Analyze data for patient access submissions.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Collaboration

Pricing

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Do you have expertise in, and passion for Market Access and creating value for our customers and patients? If so, AstraZeneca might be the one for you?

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 committed to being a Great Place to Work, empowering our employees to push the boundaries of science and unleash their entrepreneurial spirit. We foster an inclusive culture that champions diversity, collaboration, lifelong learning, growth, and development. Our strategic priorities align with our purpose to deliver innovative medicines that make a difference in patients' lives.

ABOUT THE MARKET ACCESS TEAM

Our Market Access team plays a crucial role in expanding patient access to AstraZeneca medicines across therapeutic areas. We connect the healthcare ecosystem through policy shaping, partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and co-creation of payor solutions, aiming to transform healthcare and improve lives through innovation.

What you will do

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure that AstraZeneca’s medicines reach as many patients as possible, focusing on pricing, reimbursement, and patient access.

Description

Responsible for developing and implementing pricing strategies, analyzing data for patient access submissions, and building relationships with key stakeholders to improve access for AstraZeneca products.

Typical Accountabilities

1. Delivery on Market Access

• Implement strategies and develop operational plans in collaboration with teams.
• Support negotiation strategies and stakeholder mapping.
• Deliver commercial input to market access processes.
• Interpret evidence to support market access, identify evidence gaps, and develop plans to address them.
• Create value through health economic outcomes data and communicate value propositions to funders and decision-makers.

Commercial Input to New Product Planning

• Conduct market segmentation and develop value-added solutions.
• Plan cross-functional timelines for product launches.

Cross-Functional Project Management

• Manage teams to achieve objectives and coordinate with stakeholders.

Influencing Stakeholders

• Identify and build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

Maintained Administrative Systems

• Report on strategy implementation and budgets, adhere to policies.

If this role excites you, please continue reading to see the experience and skills required.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of Market Access Management experience.
• Understanding of the South African Healthcare Landscape.
• Strong teamwork, leadership, and collaboration skills.
• Robust pricing background for reimbursements.
• Experience in developing innovative payor solutions.

Why AstraZeneca?

We are proud to have achieved Top Employer certification in several African countries and are recognized as a top workplace globally. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and fostering an environment of innovation and growth.

Join us to be part of our journey to pioneer healthcare’s future and make a meaningful impact.

WHAT’S NEXT?

If you’re ready to join our team, we look forward to hearing from you! Apply by 26th May 2025.

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?

Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/

Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astrazenecacareers/

Close Date: 26/05/2024