Sr. Manager, Oncology Access Strategy - IO

At AstraZeneca, we're not just about creating life-changing medicines; we're about redefining the cancer-treatment paradigm. We're looking for a Senior Manager to join our Oncology Business Unit, where you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the commercialization of a leading oncology portfolio and a robust pipeline of products in development. This is your chance to build a rewarding and meaningful career as part of a dedicated Oncology team!

Accountabilities:

As an Oncology Care and Access (“OC&A”) Manager / Senior Manager with AstraZeneca, you we have an exciting opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing oncology business within a leading global pharmaceutical company located in Gaithersburg, MD. In this position, you will be responsible for supporting U.S. market access strategy for a leading AstraZeneca oncology medicine. This is a unique opportunity to join a highly visible team with an ambitious spirit to contribute to the commercialization of a leading oncology portfolio.

In this role, you will collaborate with a wide breadth of the organization’s cross-functional teams, to craft, support, and deliver on the product value proposition for patients, providers, and payers to facilitate access and reimbursement. Areas of focus will include development and refinement of clinical value propositions, as well as the access dimension of brand planning, quality initiatives, formulation of strategies for payers and providers, and enabling account director success through clear articulation of strategy and provision of high impact customer assets. You will also be able to serve and support as a subject matter authority in market access with visibility among organization partners. The successful candidate will have an ability to thrive in an environment of rapid change, work optimally within cross-functional teams both locally and globally, be highly innovative and creative, and demonstrate their passion for supporting patients throughout their journey.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Proven years of progressive experience within the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical market including payer marketing, brand marketing, market research, account management, and/or field sales
• Strong or emerging understanding of the U.S. market access landscape and the legal/regulatory environment for pharmaceuticals/biopharmaceuticals
• Ability to think strategically and translate strategy into tactical implementation
• Teamwork and leadership skills, including the ability to gain consensus and act within ambiguous, complex matrix organization
• - Thorough understanding of customer and industry marketing practices and trends
• -Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 20%)

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Relevant Advanced Degree, e.g., MBA, MPH, PharmD, PhD, etc.
• Experience developing and implementing strategy
• Experience in oncology and/or managed care/payer experience
• Experience in oncology buy-and-bill

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca, we're driven by an entrepreneurial spirit that enables us to proactively take initiatives, speak up and see first-hand the difference we've made. We're at the forefront of the fast-moving Oncology industry ensuring rapid decision-making and laser-focused investment. Our mindset of commercial excellence pushes us to take calculated and smart risks, innovating to advance. We believe in co-creation, harnessing our diverse strengths and sharing best practice to build the future of our business and industry, together.

Are you ready to make your mark on the healthcare ecosystem? Are you ready to be part of a team that's not just about honing a skill but offers varied possibilities for learning? If so, apply today and let's redefine the cancer-treatment paradigm together!

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.