Market Access Manager - Oncology

Overview

We are seeking a Market Access Manager specialized in oncology to join a reputable pharmaceutical company in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the entire access pathway of an expanding oncology product portfolio, ensuring effective pricing, successful reimbursement processes, tender execution, and formulary inclusion to enhance patient accessibility and commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement comprehensive Market Access strategies specifically for the oncology portfolio.
• Lead activities on pricing and reimbursement strategies including conducting benchmarks, simulations, and preparing dossier submissions.
• Manage strategies relating to NUPCO tenders, including submission and negotiation planning.
• Achieve formulary acceptance across Ministry of Health clusters and prominent oncology centers.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with national payers and formulary committees, fostering trust and collaboration.
• Craft communication materials that emphasize payer value grounded on clinical and economic evidence.
• Monitor updates in regulatory frameworks, pricing policies, and oncology guidelines, providing timely reports and insights to senior management.

Candidate Profile

• Holds a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy.
• Possesses 3 to 5 years of experience in Market Access focusing on the institutional or public sector, ideally with oncology exposure.
• Has hands-on knowledge of Saudi Arabia’s access pathways, including pricing, reimbursement, and navigating NUPCO tenders.
• Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
• Exhibits strong negotiation, communication, and client management skills.
• Currently based in Riyadh or amenable to relocation.

Why Join?

• Lead the Market Access strategy for a growing oncology portfolio in a pivotal GCC market.
• Directly influence timely patient access and contribute to commercial success.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Commercial, Medical, and Executive units with significant visibility.