Fees & Incentives Analyst I

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The Pricing Strategy & Planning, Analyst is responsible for developing commercial and pricing strategies for a portfolio of current and future products across targeted customer and market segments. By researching the market and understanding the competitive landscape, this role helps position Takeda's products effectively to achieve targeted market positions.

Objectives:

• Execute the validation, accurate calculation and timely payment of wholesaler and biological distributor service and distribution fees.

• Execute the validation, accurate calculation and timely payment of all US commercial incentives and administrative fees for Specialty Pharmacy Providers (SPP’s), Biological Distributors (BD’s) and/or Group Purchasing Organizations (GPO’s).

• Collaborate with the Patient Services team to process and pay applicable fees.
• Review payment data and escalate unusual trends or potential discrepancies to internal stakeholders.

Accountabilities:

• Partner with Trade and National Accounts team to confirm inventory, assess compliance (e.g., DoH), validate and process payments for SPP, wholesaler and biological distributor customers.

• Assist with documenting and routing business exceptions related to incentives and fee for service (FFS) payments.

• Provide support to Trade Account and National Accounts team as it relates to contract terms & conditions and final payments of wholesaler and biological distributor service and distribution fees and US commercial incentives and administrative fees

• Partner with Accounts Receivable to resolve all incentive or distribution fee disputes

• Document variances and data integrity issues and escalate material items to appropriate stakeholders.

• Collaborate with team members to provide support on ad hoc projects and initiatives.

• Support internal/external audits by preparing and providing the necessary documentation.
• Maintain accurate process documentation and support process improvement initiatives.

• Perform assigned data and process controls in accordance with established procedures.

• Exercise sound judgment within established practices and procedures, seeking guidance on complex or non-routine issues.

Education, Behavioral Competencies and Skills:

Required

• Bachelor's degree.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience; pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of financial processes, data validation, and payment controls.

• Ability to organize information, identify discrepancies, and escalate issues appropriately.

• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated organization and time-management skills.

• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks in a matrix environment.

• Ability to learn and apply business processes, contract terms, and applicable procedures.

• Proficient Microsoft Excel skills

Preferred

• Experience in Model N Flex

• Familiarity with buying organizations, commercial customers, indirect customers, or government customers.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or financial operations.

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.

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Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. 

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U.S. Base Salary Range:

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location. 

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