Chapter lead – Digital Market Access & Revenue Management, Pricing & Digital Engagement Platforms

About Astellas

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?

We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

Purpose & Scope

As the Chapter lead – Digital Market Access & Revenue Management, Digital Engagement Platforms, you will be a crucial player in driving our digital initiatives forward in our agile organization. Our Agile operating model consists of two components – Digital Capability and Digital Execution. Digital Execution are about aligning multiple missions around business goals and facilitating collaboration on a larger scale. Digital Capability, on the other hand, focus on the growth and development of individuals within a specific expertise area. This dual structure enables us to scale agile practices efficiently while maintaining a focus on both product development and individual skill enhancement.

• Act as Product Manager and lead end-to-end ownership of the Model N ecosystem supporting commercial, government pricing, and managed care operations
• Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders (Market Access, Finance, Compliance) and IT for Model N and Gross to Net (GTN) related initiatives
• Drive system strategy, governance, and continuous improvement aligned with revenue management objectives
• Define and prioritize the Model N system roadmap, enhancements , investments and modernization initiatives based on the business value, regulatory requirements and evolving business needs
• Partner with business, technology, data, and global stakeholders to identify opportunities for digital transformation, process optimization, automation, and analytics.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including those from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
• Support enterprise-wide processes across pricing, contracting, rebates, and payment validation

Role and Responsibilities

• Own and manage all Model N modules including Master Data, Pricing, Contract Management, Sales, Chargebacks, Rebates, Government Pricing, and Medicaid Rebates.
• Lead Model N SaaS upgrade cycles end-to-end including impact analysis, regression testing, defect resolution, and business validation
• Manage internal system enhancements and code/configuration changes to meet evolving business and regulatory requirements
• Lead system lifecycle activities including requirements gathering, configuration, UAT, deployment, and production support
• Manage release management including planning, scheduling, deployment, and post-release validation
• Oversee incident and problem management with root cause analysis and timely resolution
• Manage change requests including intake, prioritization, impact assessment, and delivery coordination
• Oversee Government Pricing processes including AMP, ASP, Best Price, Non-FAMP, IRA price types, and regulatory submissions
• Ensure compliance with Medicaid Drug Rebate Program, 340B, and Federal Supply Schedule requirements
• Manage Medicaid rebate processing and Managed Care Organization claims processing
• Support rebate invoicing, dispute resolution, and state-level Medicaid compliance activities
• Own and optimize Validata processes for managed care payment validation and reconciliation
• Analyze and resolve underpayments, overpayments, and claim discrepancies across payer channels
• Lead discount reallocation processes ensuring accurate allocation across commercial and government channels
• Partner with Finance to ensure alignment with GTN calculations and revenue recognition
• Establish, enforce, and continuously improve data governance policies, standards, and controls
• Support internal and external audits including SO