Associate Director Market Access Value Communications Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Associate Director Market Access Value Communications
Employer
Takeda
Location
Cambridge, MA
Start date
Jun 19, 2025
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RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Material Development Spearhead the creation and refresh of compelling, evidence-based value materials addressing access challenges for payers and policymakers.
Maintain the Global Value Dossier, ensuring alignment with payer and NITAG Health Technology Assessment (HTA) requirements through cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder input, and LOC rollout with training.
Create and update the Payer Value Deck for external presentations, tailored for national and subnational payers, with cross-functional review and LOC training.
Lead the Objection Handler development to support LOC engagements with payers and policymakers, incorporating stakeholder input for key topics, with frequent updates and LOC training. Digital Transformation Drive digitalization of payer tools to enhance long-term efficiency, sustainability, and material accessibility, including leading the digital repository platform and supporting digital training for LOC and regional teams.
Develop an external digital platform to deliver engaging content for policymakers and payers. Innovative Communication Create innovative, accessible communication mediums and messaging tailored for payer stakeholders in priority markets.
Partner with commercial and regional teams to develop materials for insurers and HMOs to expand private access channels. Market Access Strategy and Insights Support in refining access strategies for key markets (LATAM, APAC, India, China), focusing on vaccine access hurdles, pricing strategies, and government/payer funding pathways.
Actively monitor trends and literature, advising global and LOC teams on strategic implications.
Support market access plan development through insights generation (market research, payer advisory boards, LOC surveys) and strategic adjustments based on market changes.
Assist LOCs with vaccine tender and formulary submissions, providing materials for value propositions and budget impact assessments. Advocacy and Collaboration Champion market access as a key partner in public affairs, policy, and communications to align activities addressing access hurdles.
Enhance market access representation in internal committees and cross-functional groups, embedding a public access/NIP mindset focused on payer perspectives, pricing, and value integration into organizational plans.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Public Health Degree /Life Sciences Degree / Economics Degree / Finance Degree
5+ years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry or related access organization e.g. Public Health NGOs, Governmental Bodies etc.
In-depth and current understanding of global payer environment, including coverage and reimbursement decision-making processes, pricing and contracting strategies, formulary management, health technology assessment processes, etc.
Strong communication skills and ability to tailor messaging to range of stakeholders
Solid analytical and quantitative skills.
Ability to think through different scenarios, rigorously analyze each one and make specific recommendations.
Demonstrated ability to successfully lead cross-functional teams, influencing without direct authority, with the interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and succeed in a highly matrixed environment.
Strong enthusiasm with a drive to succeed and the ability to work independently
Project management skills with ability to work on numerous projects in parallel
Display solid ethics.
Domestic or international travel will be required, approx. 10-20% of the time. Empowering our people to shine At Takeda, we earn the trust of society and our customers through our values of

Takeda-ism:

Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, Perseverance. We incorporate these values in everything we do. They represent who we are and how we act. They help us make decisions that we can be proud of today and in the future. We enable our employees to develop their full potential. As a global top employer, we offer exciting career paths, promote innovation, and strive for top performance in everything we do. Takeda fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and international work environment where our teams are united by their relentless commitment to our goal of improving people’s health and creating a better future for the world. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion Takeda is committed to foster diversity, equality, and inclusion. Hiring decisions are based entirely on qualifications and are made regardless of gender, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability. If you are interested in this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool! Learn more attakedajobs LocationsCHE – Glattpark (Opfikon) – Zurich HQCambridge, MA Worker TypeEmployee Worker Sub-TypeRegular Time TypeFull time
Company For over 240 years, Takeda’s propensity to evolve has driven the next generation of innovation. Today, our organization spans the globe—colleagues across business units and functions face challenges head-on to deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people and the planet. As a values-based, R D-driven biopharmaceutical leader headquartered in Japan, we focus our R D efforts on four therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Genetics and Hematology, Neuroscience, and Gastroenterology (GI). We also make targeted R D investments in Plasma-Derived Therapies and Vaccines. In addition to our R D efforts, we’re laser-focused on harnessing the power of data, digital, and technology to improve health outcomes for patients across the globe. Since our founding in Japan, integrity and putting patients first have been at the heart of our identity. We’re proud of our employees and their commitment to improving the quality of life for patients, and to working with our partners in health care in approximately 80 countries and regions. With each new breakthrough comes opportunities to develop your career, hone new skills, and create a brighter future For more information, visit jobs.takeda/ Company info