Head of Access Strategy
Sanofi
Head of Access Strategy
Sanofi
Global pharma company; vaccines and R&D
Job title: Head of Access Strategy
Purpose of the role:
Responsible for a team strategizing and developing Integrated Access Strategy, including data generation to maximize Access, at all stages of Sanofi Japan’s pipeline/inline products in alignment with Global Strategy for the Japanese Market.
Specific requirements and responsibilities include:
• Leading a team to Strategize and Develop Access Strategy maximizing the value of our pipeline/inline products in alignment with local commercial, R&D, Regulatory teams, Medical teams and Global Market Access Team.
• Understanding of the local access environment and being able to explain to local and global teams
• Understanding of Global Access and HEVA Strategy
• Local environment analysis and identification of gap vs global
• Alignment with local Commercial, R&D, Regulatory and Medical team as well as Global Team on mid to long-term strategy
• Identify and agree on key milestones including competitors’ timeline as well as global key markets timeline
• Identification of Data Gap and Data Generation Planning and Execution
• Analyze data needs from the perspective of maximizing access and reimbursement (volume/sales)
• Data Generation Planning and Execution in alignment with local Commercial and Medical Teams as well as Global Team
Special Knowledge & Qualifications
- Business Level communication, negotiation and presentation skill in both English and Japanese
- Wide knowledge and understanding of the Japan and other key markets healthcare and reimbursement
- Wide scientific understanding of therapeutic areas, epidemiology and HTA process
- Project Management Skill
- Over 5-year experience in the pharmaceutical industry
Competencies
- Logical + Forward-thinking and strong strategic acumen
- Financial acumen
- Excellent interpersonal, communication (both oral and written) skills in Japanese and English
- Bachelor’s degree or higher, MBA preferred
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Sanofi is a global pharmaceutical and biotechnology company that develops, manufactures, and sells prescription medicines, over-the-counter products, and vaccines. Its products span immunology, oncology, rare diseases, and vaccines, addressing unmet medical needs through a strong focus on research and development. Sanofi's core product model relies on large-scale R&D, strategic partnerships, and licensing to bring new therapies to markets, with revenue generated from product sales and collaborations. The company differentiates itself by leveraging its global reach, diverse portfolio, and emphasis on patient-centric solutions, safety, and quality to navigate regulatory environments in developed and emerging markets. The company’s goal is to improve health outcomes and quality of life for people worldwide by delivering innovative treatments and vaccines that meet unmet medical needs.
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