Director, US Market Access Strategy

Guidehouse•Tysons, VA

1d•$226,000 - $376,000•Remote

About The Position

Lead the development and execution of US market access strategy to support brand objectives and patient access goals. Partner cross-functionally with marketing, value and evidence, medical, regulatory, sales, and finance teams to shape access and reimbursement strategies. Assess payer landscape, coverage, coding, reimbursement, and policy trends to identify risks, opportunities, and strategic actions. Develop value propositions, access narratives, payer materials, and strategic recommendations that support product uptake and reimbursement. Guide preparation for pricing, contracting, and access-related decisions in collaboration with internal stakeholders. Monitor competitor and market dynamics, synthesize insights, and translate findings into actionable market access plans. Represent US market access strategy in internal governance forums and support senior leadership decision-making with clear recommendations and analyses.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
10+ years of relevant experience in market access, payer strategy, pricing, reimbursement, HEOR, or related pharmaceutical/biotech commercial functions.
Demonstrated experience developing and executing US market access strategies for specialty, branded, or launch-stage products.
Strong understanding of the US payer environment, including commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, PBM, and provider reimbursement dynamics.
Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
Experience translating complex data and payer insights into clear business recommendations.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree such as MBA, PharmD, MPH, MS, or PhD.
Experience in oncology, immunology, rare disease, or other specialty therapeutic areas.
Launch experience with new products in the US market access environment.
Experience with pricing strategy, contracting, and payer value communication.
Knowledge of health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) and real-world evidence.
Experience leading teams or mentoring junior colleagues.
Experience working in a global or highly matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of US market access strategy to support brand objectives and patient access goals.
Partner cross-functionally with marketing, value and evidence, medical, regulatory, sales, and finance teams to shape access and reimbursement strategies.
Assess payer landscape, coverage, coding, reimbursement, and policy trends to identify risks, opportunities, and strategic actions.
Develop value propositions, access narratives, payer materials, and strategic recommendations that support product uptake and reimbursement.
Guide preparation for pricing, contracting, and access-related decisions in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
Monitor competitor and market dynamics, synthesize insights, and translate findings into actionable market access plans.
Represent US market access strategy in internal governance forums and support senior leadership decision-making with clear recommendations and analyses.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend