
Senior Director, US Pricing and Contracting
Invivyd
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Los Angeles • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $220,000 - $293,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Lead pricing research inclusive of identifying a research partner, overseeing interview guides and interview execution. Make recommendation for launch prices of IVVD’s products
- Selects external vendor partner for establishing launch pricing, support of pricing and contracting operations, and compliance with government price reporting
- Design pricing governance processes and lead the pricing committee
- Establishing and maintaining product prices with pricing services and compendia
- Collaborate across Brand Team, Market Access, Finance, Legal and other functional teams to develop and implement contracting and pricing strategy that effectively and efficiently meets brand strategic objectives
- Partner with Finance to support GTN forecasts and budgets and to ensure accurate government reporting and submission
- In collaboration with GTN vendor partner, maintain on-going perspective on current GTN activity and impact of inputs
- Work closely with Finance, to build the pricing and contracting framework and governance, including management of Pricing Committee
- Provide oversight and commentary regarding contract redlines through a working knowledge of Manufacturer/PBM/Payer Pharmaceutical Contracting language
- Develop and lead internal cross-functional product pricing lifecycle strategy
- Oversee proposal, financial and ROI analysis of various payer segments and channels in support of contracting goals
- Conduct analysis to assess identified competitive threats related to competitor pricing and/or contracting activity
- Develop and maintain internal contract performance reports for products
- Create and maintain information for customer business reviews and rebate obligations with key accounts
- Train the accounts teams and, where necessary, other field-based teams on new contracting programs
- Work with National Account Directors to ensure that all contract proposals are within the framework of brand contract strategy, have been checked for accuracy from a financial perspective and verified to meet the internal definition of a profitable contract
- Develop payer & provider deal models to assess the implications of deal scenarios on gross-to-net revenue and support development of business cases for review & approval by the Pricing Committee
- Subject matter expert on ASP based Pricing Models, Medicaid, Medicare, PHS/340B and VA/DOD pricing calculations
- Evaluate market and product value and develop pricing analyses leading to formal recommendations for the pricing/contracting committee
- Analyze product markets, life cycle status, and competitive environments for products to make formal price recommendations aligned with corporate financial objectives
- Assess economic drivers and barriers related to IDNs, payers, customers, and patients that impact product utilization
- Present program/strategy updates to internal stakeholders
Requirements
- Bachelors degree required
- Working knowledge of current US market access environment, including pricing environment and dynamics, payer coverage dynamics, and government pricing programs
- 10+ year’s relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry including at least 2 years in pricing and contracting (commercial and government segments)
- Experience in a combination of early launch and in-line price management with large pharma and biotech companies preferred
- Extensive knowledge of WAC, Medicare cost share, Medicaid Best Price, 340B, AMP, and Federal pricing
- Deep understanding of GPO, payer and customer segments relevant to brand product(s)
- Strong understanding of the US reimbursement across major payer segments (Commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, and Federal segments)
- Strong analytical skills with a focus on pharmaceutical product pricing, discounting, and rebate analysis. Proven ability to access, analyze, and present data effectively
- Innovative thinker skilled in analyzing data, developing insights to identify develop, and execute strategic solutions
- Highly organized, able to meet deadlines, and work independently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and persuasively
- Strong commitment to high ethical values and healthcare compliance
- Effective in utilizing resources to prioritize and plan, making sound decisions, and adapting business plans as needed
- Deep understanding of patient types, treatment options, and patient flow within relevant ecosystems
- Experience leading a pharmaceutical pricing and contracting organization
- Communicates authentically and persuasively, maintaining a professional, positive, and enthusiastic presence in all interactions
- Embraces a growth mindset, operates with resilience in a dynamic environment, adapts to change, and is self-directed and accountable
- Efficient in managing administrative tasks and proficient in planning and organizing activities
- Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, business/marketing, or a related field; master's degree preferred
Benefits
- health insurance
- dental and vision coverage
- term life and disability coverage
- retirement plans
- stock option awards
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
pricing researchcontracting operationspricing governance processesfinancial analysisROI analysisASP based Pricing ModelsMedicaidMedicare340BWAC
Soft Skills
analytical skillsinnovative thinkerhighly organizedexcellent communication skillsethical valuesdecision makingadaptabilityself-directedaccountabilityteam training
Certifications
Bachelor's degreeMaster's degree (preferred)