Market Access Executive

Our client, Alexion, is a company specializing in Biotechnology Research industry, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Market Access Executive in Ankara, Turkey.

Qualifications

• Experience in Market Access and Government Relations (min 3 years)
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• Advanced in English (speaking, writing) and communication skills
• Advanced in presentation skills and analytical thinking
• Cross-functional and project management skills
• Knowledge of the local policy landscape
• Strong relationships with national stakeholders

Job Description

• Ensure compliance with all Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease governance frameworks and policies. Explore new developments and legislative changes; communicate findings and implications to relevant teams/colleagues that could be affected and help brand teams develop appropriate responses and incorporate legislative and regulatory changes into their brand strategies.
• Work in collaboration with BU/KAM teams to understand access/funding barriers and provide strategy and support to achieve access and/or remove and mitigate access blocks.
• Develop and deliver MA strategic plans for brands, including pricing and access strategy: ensure all documentation and evidence of reimbursement dossier is properly prepared to maximize the likelihood of success.
• Participate in strategy, planning, and hands-on execution of globally and regionally aligned local external policy engagement communications to support Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease’s portfolio and reputation.
• Develop local country materials/adapt global materials (e.g., talking points, Q&As, fact sheets, etc.) and manage the internal review process.
• Contribute to policy positions and government affairs strategies aimed at delivering a favorable business environment and maximizing patient access.
• Engage with government officials, politicians, payers, trade associations, NGOs, think tanks, and other stakeholders on policy issues and reimbursement discussions.
• Conduct briefings, meetings, forums, and technical updates for legislators and regulators and their staff on issues of concern to Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease.
• Build coalitions to deliver multi-stakeholder public affairs campaigns.

Key Performance Areas

• Delivery on Market Access
  • Effective delivery of commercial input to the market access process and team.
  • Interpretation of available evidence to support market access for Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease brands.
  • Identify evidence gaps that may inhibit market access and develop plans to fill the gaps.
• Commercial Input to New Product Planning
  • Conducts market/customer segmentation and identifies the emotional and rational drivers for each customer segment to develop value-added and compelling solutions or offerings.
  • Plan integrated cross-functional timelines, balancing the needs of quality and expediency across the business and build deliverability into launch plans.
• Cross-Functional Project Management
  • Manages/contributes to cross-functional projects optimally to achieve brand objectives.
  • Identifies and manages key interfaces with internal and external stakeholders to ensure delivery according to agreed timelines.
• Influencing Stakeholders
  • Identifies key stakeholders, both internal and external, and builds relationships with them.
  • Effectively interprets all existing and new market research to gain a good understanding of stakeholders' needs.
  • Effectively facilitates key meetings and issues.
  • Engages national/regional/local stakeholders through appropriate processes to secure access, funding for products, and shape policies.
• Maintained Administrative Systems