Executive Director, Market Access

Merck & Co., Inc.

Rahway, NJ, USA
Base: $255,800.00 - $402,700.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid (3 days onsite, 1 day remote)
10+ years in market access or pricing
Infectious disease or vaccines experience
Global business strategy development
Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Executive Director for Global Market Access to lead strategies for a new influenza antiviral asset, focusing on market access, pricing, and reimbursement on a global scale. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in market access and infectious diseases, with proven strategic leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills

Job Summary

  • This senior leader role is responsible for developing sustainable global market access, pricing, and reimbursement strategies for a newly acquired Phase 3 influenza asset.
  • The position requires leading the development of payer value propositions and integrated access strategies while collaborating with R&D, commercial, and medical affairs teams.
  • Candidates will benefit from a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plans, and an annual bonus eligible for long-term incentives.

Matching Summary

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Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Executive Director for Global Market Access to lead strategies for a new influenza antiviral asset, focusing on market access, pricing, and reimbursement on a global scale. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in market access and infectious diseases, with proven strategic leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Salary

Base: $255,800.00 - $402,700.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, sick days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years in market access or pricing
  • Infectious disease or vaccines experience
  • Global business strategy development
  • Health economic tools and techniques
  • Cross-functional team leadership

Nice-to-have

  • MBA or advanced degree preferred
  • Experience with white space innovation
  • Inclusive behaviors and diverse perspectives
  • Comfortable with scientific based strategies
  • Strategic influence on investment decisions

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience
  • People management and leadership experience
  • Demonstrated strategic leadership capabilities

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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