Market Access - Pricing ManagerLocation - DublinCompetitive Salary & BenefitsThe Pricing Manager is responsible for leading the optimization and streamlining of the approval process of market access business cases in collaboration with the Market Access Managers, Finance Business Partner, and GPI. This role involves obtaining approval from the Global team and working closely with the Market Access Managers to develop local innovative reimbursement strategies and tools, enabling value-based agreements. As the primary point of contact for AstraZeneca Ireland with the Global Pricing and IVS teams, the Pricing Manager supports the Market Access Managers with their reimbursement dossiers and shares best practices.AccountabilitiesContributes to the cross-functional team in developing local price strategies for all products in respect of global price policiesWorks with the Market Access Managers on developing compelling business casesOptimizes and streamlines the approval process of market access business cases in internal price systemsLeads the implementation of innovative value schemes (IVS) to achieve reimbursement enabling value-based agreements and sharing best practicesActs as the primary point of contact for Ireland with the Global IVS and pricing teamsTriangulates information/data and provides business insights, with recommended actions and potential scenarios to cross-functional brand teams, early asset teams, and other key stakeholdersCollaborates with Market Access Managers to provide support in developing reimbursement dossiers where requiredManages and implements private insurance reimbursement applications and rebates, acting as the primary point of contactSupports the Market Access Managers in developing long-term (5 years) AZ and competitor launch assumptions and price forecasts to support business finance and cross-functional teams in the forecasting processPerforms ad hoc analysis on pricing and reimbursement in Ireland for AZ and competitor products to support business decisionsDelivers annual price realignment exercise to HSEProvides insights on changing government regulations and assists business finance in calculating the business impactEssential Skills/ExperienceRelevant bachelor’s degreeUnderstanding of the Irish healthcare market access landscape and evolutionAbility to perform analysis using multiple quantitative and qualitative sources to translate data into actionable recommendationsMinimum 3 years’ previous healthcare industry experience in a similar roleKnowledge of pharma reimbursement and pricing regulations in IrelandAdvanced Excel skillsLanguages: Proficient in EnglishDesirable Skills/ExperienceRelevant Master’s degreeKnowledge of Health EconomicsKnowledge of the therapeutic areas in which AZ operates, competitor’s products, and the competitive environmentWhen 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.At AstraZeneca, we play a critical role in making our pipeline accessible to patients. Being a research-driven enterprise means there's always something new to work on; new indications and securing access for new medicines to reach even more patients in need. Our knowledge of patients, combined with our forward-looking mindset and innovations, helps us spot opportunities, get involved earlier, and approach access sustainably. We connect the entire enterprise and beyond through strong negotiation and storytelling abilities, reaching payers and governments. If you enjoy challenging the way things are done, this is the place for you. We are always finding new ways to explore and innovate, assessing and steering our role in the healthcare ecosystem.Ready to make a difference? Apply now!Where can I find out more?Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/Follow AstraZeneca on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/astrazenecacareers/Follow AstraZeneca on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/astrazeneca_careers/?hl=enDate Posted14-Jan-2025Closing Date28-Jan-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.