Lead, Payer Marketing & Strategy, Global Rare Diseases (Boston, MA, US)

About Us

Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in 31 countries. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

Chiesi Global Rare Diseases

Chiesi Global Rare Diseases is a Chiesi Group’s business unit established in February 2020 and focused on research, development and commercialization of treatments and patient support services for rare and ultra-rare disorders, many of whom have limited or no treatments available.

This unit is based in Boston, Massachusetts, with a strong synergy with the headquarters in Parma.

Rare unit has a focus on research and product development for lysosomal storage diseases, rare hematology, ophthalmology disorders and rare immunodeficiencies. The unit is also a dedicated partner with global leaders in scientific research, patient advocacy and care. Discover more here .

Who we are looking for

This is what you will do

Reporting to the Head of Access Marketing, Strategy, & US HEOR for the Americas, this role will lead the development and implementation of Access strategy and develop tactical initiatives for the assigned Chiesi Rare Disease portfolio. The Lead will collaborate closely with the brand marketing teams and other cross functional partners, all in support of ensuring life-changing treatments remain accessible to the patients who need them. In the near term, this role will support and contribute to the success of a product portfolio in Chiesi Rare Disease – in the longer term, this role offers the opportunity to grow and develop as part of a highly experienced market access team for an exciting, growing company.

You’ll be responsible for:

The Lead will contribute to company success by supporting the development of market access strategy, tactics, and marketing materials for the assigned portfolio. This role will also be critical in supporting Market Access team operations, including budgets, forecasts, payer/coverage data analysis, and project management.

Support the development of market access strategy, tactics and marketing materials as the market access lead for assigned brands.

Collaborate with partners from across the business, including Brand Marketing, Patient Services, Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR), Finance, Sales, Data/Analytics, and Global Market Access

Collaborate and support the development of the strategy for US HEOR/RWE across assigned disease areas within Chiesi Rare Disease Portfolio

Monitor spend and manage assigned payer marketing budget for brands, being a good steward of company resources

Be a resource on all things US Market Access – strategies, tactics, situation assessments, etc. – for our cross functional partners

Lead engagement with the creative agency partner(s) for assigned portfolio, and facilitate Promotional Review Board (PRB) review of marketing materials

Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to ensure brand access messages and environment is pulled through to all customers

You will need to have

Bachelor’s degree required.

10 years progressive experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry across key functions such as marketing, market access, contracting, commercial operations, and data analytics.  At least 5 years directly within market access or brand marketing.

Good understanding of payer segments (Commercial, Medicaid, Medicare Part D & B, etc.), reimbursement, and Specialty Pharmacy data.

Direct experience in supporting Medical Benefit (Buy/Bill) is important

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize data and deliver a clear overview of Market Access insights.

Strong analytical (qualitative and quantitative), strategic thinking, creativity & problem-solving skills.

Self-directed and confident, with ability to contribute to shared commitment and goals to achieve high standards of performance.

Well organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining high attention to detail. Demonstrated success with project management.

Demonstrated understanding of the current US payer environment and Market Access dynamics required.

History of success in developing market access tactics for use with US payers.

We would prefer for you to have

Experience with a Promotional Review Committee (Legal/Medical/Regulatory) and experience with VeevaVault or similar.

Experience within Rare Disease.

Location

Hybrid position based in Boston, MA office. #LI-Hybrid

Compensation

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $184,140 to $225,060. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. If hired, the employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi USA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work force at all levels of our business.  All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits and termination.

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