Be the strategic partner to secure timely patients access, appropriate funding and sufficient reimbursement to the innovative products and solutions
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and plan market access projects and activities with accountability for successful completion of all project deliverables
• Provide direction and guidance to external project teams to execute tactical market access projects and/or initiatives
• Identify and evaluate market access process improvement and/or course correction/course alignment opportunities
• Assess access and reimbursement issues that matter to the business in partnership with stakeholders (e.g., Business Units Managers) to identify fast access pathways and optimal reimbursement.
• Develop local market access opportunities in collaboration with the sales team
• Lead the implementation reimbursement strategy for current and pipeline products
• Other incidental duties
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in in related field , 10 years years experience of previous related experience Required or
Master's Degree or equivalent in in related field , 8 years years experience of previous related experience Required and
Health-Economics, Business, Political sciences or Communications Preferred
Experience in Market Access, Public Affairs within local country Preferred
Experience in Public Affairs or Public Relations and external engagement in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry Preferred
Experience with implant market
• Medical education and health economic training background is preferred. A bio-medical engineering background is also suitable Preferred
Additional Skills:
• Self-motivated, result oriented, problem solver with strong ownership and leadership skills.
• Proven successful project management skills
• Proven expertise in both Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Power Point systems
• Strong communication and influencing skills, able to work in a matrix environment and to work with governmental officials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English required; Ability to speak local language(s) required (e.g., German, French)
• Recognized as an expert in government (particularly healthcare) policies with specialized depth within the organization
• Ability to build good relationships with KOLs (medical, health-economists, other) and Healthcare related authorities
• Expert understanding of related aspects of pricing & reimbursement processes
• Expert understanding of local healthcare system and political environment
• Detail oriented
• Capacity to deliver impactful communications through a balanced analytical and creative approach to complex technical matters
• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organization
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment
• Ability to represent leadership on projects within a specific area interfacing with project managers and cross functional teams
• Ability to consult in project implementation within the Market Access team
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control
What is it like to work at Edwards Lifesciences in Italy?
As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. (Certified for ISO30415 D&I)
To achieve this, we offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others).
Edwards Lifesciences in Italy also offers the following benefits:
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Flexible working hours, remote working
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Disability Insurance
Telemedical Services
Meal vouchers
Service Awards
Employee Stock Purchase Programme
Employee Assistance Programme
Comprehensive Wellness programme including preventive cardiovascular screening, educational events, on-site fitness center, lessons with personal trainer, fruit in the office, charity activities and much more.
Benefits are regulated by an internal policy which contains the full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits. Benefits policy and components may vary by location.
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