Senior Market Access Manager

<h3>Job Description</h3><p><strong>About This Role </strong></p><p>The Senior Market Access Manager will be at the forefront of shaping optimal patient access to Biogen's portfolio, spanning Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and cutting-edge pipeline products.</p><p>You'll spearhead the strategic pricing and lifecycle management of the existing portfolio, driving revenue growth and maximizing product impact. Furthermore, the role involves pioneering reimbursement strategies for new products, facilitating their successful entry into the market.</p><p>You will be working in a small and dedicated team – and you should be able to work both independently and in strong alignment with colleagues. Your expertise in providing clear, actionable Market Access advice is pivotal. You'll distill complexities, prioritize crucial issues, and guide the company towards optimized access strategies, making a tangible impact on patient access to groundbreaking therapies.</p><p>Join us in shaping the future of healthcare accessibility, making a difference in patients' lives, and driving Biogen's success through strategic Market Access leadership.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do </strong></p><p>General Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Co-draft and execute MAx strategy for the portfolio and pipeline products.</li><li>Act as MAx business partner for the current and pipeline products.</li><li>Collaborate with Commercial, Medical, and Finance for access strategies.</li><li>Ensure compliance working with Legal, Compliance, and Regulatory departments.</li><li>Maintain alignment with international colleagues.</li></ul><p>Strategic Pricing and Lifecycle Management</p><ul><li>Strategic pricing of the current portfolio.</li><li>Developing tender strategies and executing against competitive products.</li><li>Managing the life cycle of existing products.</li><li>Collaborating on local pricing and reimbursement strategies.</li><li>Preparation of Reimbursement Strategies</li></ul><p>Drafting and executing pricing &amp; reimbursement submission procedures for new products.</p><ul><li>Collaboration with international colleagues on economic models.</li><li>Driving strategic input through horizon scanning meetings.</li><li>Developing robust negotiation pathways.</li></ul><p>Monitoring Relevant Developments</p><ul><li>Monitoring healthcare policies, stakeholder needs, and market movements.</li><li>Engaging with payer segments to integrate their viewpoint into launch planning.</li><li>Participation in relevant industry associations.</li></ul><p><strong>Who You Are </strong></p><p>As an ideal candidate, you bring a strong technical understanding of pricing, reimbursement, and access in the Netherlands, bolstered by demonstrated experience in market access, health economics, and public affairs. Your passion for pioneering affiliate market access strategies and making a tangible difference in patients' lives is the driving force behind your commitment.</p><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li>A minimum of 5 years of experience in Market Access Function</li><li>University level, pref. in (Health) Economics and Pharmacy is required for this position.</li><li>Ability to work independently and effectivel plan own time and schedule – as well as an ability to prioritize effectively.</li><li>A proven track record of access successes (both HTA and payer negotiations). Experience in launching a new therapeutic area desirable. </li><li>Experience in direct interaction with local payers (Zorginstituut, Ministry of Health, Health Insurance companies and other relevant parties) at all levels.</li><li>Ability to present complex matters in a clear way – and to distinguish between main and side issues.</li><li>A strong communicator – both internally and externally.</li><li>Result driven and always looking for creative solutions.</li><li>Knowledge of NL healthcare legislation and the pharmaceutical market</li><li>Team player, also within a cross-functional team.</li><li>Fluent in Dutch and English.</li></ul><h3>Additional Information</h3><p><strong>Why Biogen?</strong></p><p>Our mission to find therapies for neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.</p><p>At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. <a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.biogen.com%2Fresponsibility%2Fdiversity-inclusion.html&amp;data=05%7C01%7Camy.gory%40bio