Now Hiring - Government Account Director in Boston, MA

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Job Description

OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE

The purpose of the Government Account Director (GAD) is to execute on market access strategies and tactics with assigned Government accounts. With assigned accounts, the GAD is responsible for development of strategic business plans, relationships, and access to stakeholders. The GAD will also lead pull through at assigned accounts and medical treatment facilities (MTF) with population-based access stakeholders.

The primary goal is to secure appropriate coverage criteria and minimize physician and patient access barriers to the full portfolio of Takeda products in assigned accounts. The GAD will ensure effective communication and collaboration between the matrix partners across the commercial organization. The GAD will execute on the aligned strategies to help meet organizational goals and execute push/pull-through tactics. The GAD will share with internal stakeholders’ market observations, best practices, and customer learning’s in support of the development of brand strategies and tactics.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage national federal market access portfolio including Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense – TRICARE, and Public Health Service (PHS), and Medicaid/Managed Medicaid, Medicare MACS
• Serve as access expert on full portfolio of Oncology brands
• Assess and develop the business case for negotiating contracts
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams including marketing, sales, medical, finance

CORE ELEMENTS RELATED TO THIS ROLE

Must have a deep understanding of the Government sector and the ability to partner with sales teams. Ability to identify opportunities to work with VA/DoD and translate that into action with results. Will need to exhibit superior communication skills (written and oral) to effectively contribute on several cross-functional teams.

Knowledge of the Federal payer environment or other government policy space (particularly around oncology reimbursement) is required. The GAD will have extensive understanding of government payer.

LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS

• Strategic Agility – strategic enterprise thinker who finds innovative ways to develop solutions. Exceptional ability to set an agenda aligned to a function’s future focused objectives, deploy it and deliver results
• Creates Clarity – focuses on the few priorities that matter most. Track record of developing and implementing programs that reduce complexity and measurably improve business performance
• Organization Effectiveness – creates an environment that inspires and enables people to move the organization forward. Enables teams to work collaboratively and have challenging discussions. Gets things done
• Skilled Coach and Mentor – elevates the capabilities of the organization for now and the future. Fosters the professional growth of others through knowledge sharing, professional and personal coaching, personal attention and effort

EDUCATION, BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

Requirements:

• Minimum 7 years industry experience; must include VA/DoD and Market Access experience
• Experience launching a new product in this space would be preferred
• Demonstrated experience in US healthcare/biotech/pharma reimbursement system across major payer segments (Medicare, Medicaid, Federal, and Managed Care)
• Educate and assist field leadership and sales on VA/DOD process and pull-through of product access
• Willingness to travel over >50% of time and manage critical customer interactions

What Takeda can offer you:

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
• Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings
• Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days
• Community Outreach Programs and company match of charitable contributions
• Family Planning Support
• Flexible Ways of Working
• Tuition reimbursement

More about us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

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