We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of Global Value and Access Director - Regenerative Medicine. This individual will lead execution of market access, pricing, and reimbursement plans across global markets outside the US for regenerative medicine assets, while providing strategic input into the central global access strategy, value framework, and pricing guardrails. This role will partner with the Senior Director, Global Commercial and Market Access Strategy on OUS access strategy, evidence and value planning, cross-functional launch readiness, and early payer/access considerations across priority markets. This individual will work with the global cross-functional team and external partners to ensure that access, reimbursement, and value considerations are embedded early and operationalized effectively.
The ideal candidate brings strong strategic market access experience, excellent cross-functional leadership skills, and the ability to translate complex clinical and operational realities into actionable value and reimbursement strategies in highly specialized or innovative therapeutic areas.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Lead OUS Market Access Strategy and plan and an overall commercialization Execution
30 Lead development and execution of OUS market access, pricing, and reimbursement strategies across priority OUS markets, aligned with centrally defined global strategy
30 Translate overall global strategic objectives into actionable OUS launch plan including the market access workstreams, milestones, and deliverables aligned with global timelines
30 Own and drive day-to-day execution of OUS market access priorities across assets, ensuring alignment to central strategy, timelines, and long-range plans.
30 Drive OUS launch readiness activities related to access pathways, reimbursement planning, and pricing implementation
30 Identify market-specific access risks, reimbursement barriers, policy constraints, and operational dependencies that may impact OUS launch readiness or uptake
30 Contribute to long-range planning for international access, including launch sequencing assumptions, affordability considerations, and stakeholder engagement priorities
30 Provide structured ex-US market insights to inform global access strategy, evidence planning, and value narrative development
HTA, Pricing, and Reimbursement
30 Lead HTA planning and execution across priority markets, including EU JCA and relevant country-level reimbursement pathways
30 Develop country-level pricing and reimbursement recommendations aligned with centrally defined pricing guardrails
30 Support pricing and reimbursement negotiations in partnership with regional stakeholders, affiliates, and external partners as applicable
30 Monitor international pricing, reimbursement, and policy developments-including reference pricing and analogous cross-market risks-and recommend mitigation strategies
30 Represent ex-US access perspectives in cross-functional planning and governance forums, escalating key tradeoffs and recommendations as appropriate
30 Accountable for OUS access outcomes, including HTA success, reimbursement readiness, pricing alignment, and time to market access
Who You Are
You are a highly motivated, engaging and team-oriented individual with a passion for problem solving and supporting clinicians and patients. You can lead without authority and organize impactful business meetings with the intent to develop and execute our strategy.
Qualifications
30 Bachelor s degree required; advanced degree preferred (e.g., MBA, MPH, PharmD, PhD, MS, or equivalent)
30 10+ years of progressive business experience in the healthcare, pharma or biotech industry, inclusive of global market access, pricing & reimbursement, value strategy, HEOR interface, or global commercial strategy; experience in cell, gene, and regenerative medicines a plus
30 Experience with EU markets and country-level HTAs, pricing and reimbursement; JCA experience preferred
30 Strong understanding of payer, reimbursement, HTA, and access dynamics in OUS settings
30 Ability to synthesize clinical, economic, operational, and policy information into clear strategic recommendations
30 Excellent communication, executive presence, and stakeholder management skills
30 Experience in rare disease, specialty therapeutics, biologics, cell therapy, gene therapy, tissue-based therapies, or other advanced modalities highly preferred
30 Experience partnering with regional teams, affiliates, distributors, or external commercialization partners
30 Comfort operating in a dynamic, ambiguous environment where access strategy must be developed in parallel with evolving clinical and regulatory plans
30 Must be comfortable spending 30% of time traveling; some overnight travel required
The base salary range for this role is
$196,400.00 - $245,500.00
Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
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Compliance: Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Mental/Physical Requirements:
Fast-paced environment handling multiple demands is involved. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.
Travel Requirements:
Primarily remote role with periodic on-site meetings in office. Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Drug Screening Requirements
Applicants for sales/field, manufacturing, or other designated roles will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.