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Job DescriptionAbout the role
As the Market Access Manager at Takeda, you will play a key role in developing and executing strategies that improve patient access to innovative therapies and strengthen Takeda’s market position. You will drive pricing, reimbursement and market access initiatives, leveraging market insights, health economics and stakeholder engagement to demonstrate the value of our products. Working cross-functionally with commercial, medical, regulatory and Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) teams, you will identify opportunities, navigate complex healthcare environments and support successful product commercialization. Your expertise will contribute to sustainable market access solutions that deliver meaningful outcomes for patients and the business.
How you will contribute
- Develop and execute comprehensive market access strategies to optimize patient access, reimbursement and commercial performance across assigned products and therapeutic areas.
- Lead advanced market research, competitive intelligence and healthcare landscape assessments to identify access barriers, emerging trends and strategic opportunities.
- Design and implement pricing and reimbursement strategies in close collaboration with HEOR, commercial, medical and regulatory teams.
- Conduct health technology assessments (HTA), economic evaluations and value assessments to support pricing decisions, reimbursement submissions and market access negotiations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with payers, healthcare authorities, industry partners and other key stakeholders to communicate compelling product value propositions.
- Lead complex market access projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing priorities and ensuring effective execution of strategic initiatives.
- Negotiate agreements and represent Takeda in discussions with senior external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance requirements.
- Support product launches and lifecycle management by anticipating market requirements, developing access solutions and addressing reimbursement challenges.
- Provide strategic guidance, coaching and mentorship to colleagues, fostering market access capabilities, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
What you bring to Takeda
- University degree in Life Sciences, Health Economics, Business Administration, Public Health or a related discipline; an advanced degree is an advantage.
- Solid professional experience in pharmaceutical market access, pricing, reimbursement, health economics or related commercial functions.
- Strong understanding of healthcare systems, payer dynamics, reimbursement frameworks and health technology assessment processes.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement market access strategies in complex and evolving healthcare environments.
- Advanced analytical capabilities, including market research, competitive intelligence, economic evaluations and interpretation of complex healthcare data.
- Proven experience in pricing strategy development, value proposition communication and reimbursement negotiations.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior internal and external partners.
- Strong project management and cross-functional leadership capabilities, with experience coordinating complex initiatives and mentoring colleagues.
- Strategic mindset, sound business judgment and a proactive, solution-oriented approach, combined with the ability to work independently and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
Base Salary Range:
Дин3,899,000.00 - Дин5,361,400.00The 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.
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Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeTemporary / Limited TermTime TypeFull timeSkills Required
- University degree in Life Sciences, Health Economics, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related discipline
- Solid professional experience in pharmaceutical market access, pricing, reimbursement, health economics, or related commercial functions
- Strong understanding of healthcare systems, payer dynamics, reimbursement frameworks, and health technology assessment processes
- Experience developing and implementing market access strategies in complex healthcare environments
- Advanced analytical capabilities, including market research, competitive intelligence, economic evaluations, and interpretation of complex healthcare data
- Experience in pricing strategy development, value proposition communication, and reimbursement negotiations
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills
- Strong project management and cross-functional leadership capabilities
- Experience coordinating complex initiatives and mentoring colleagues
- Strategic mindset, sound business judgment, proactive approach, ability to work independently, and ability to deliver results in a dynamic environment
- Advanced degree
Takeda Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Employer-funded retirement is described as notably strong, combining a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match with an additional company contribution that scales with age and service. Access to an employee stock purchase plan further supports long-term wealth building.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid bonding leave for all parents, substantial adoption/surrogacy reimbursement, and robust caregiver resources (backup care and Maven family-forming support) are emphasized as core strengths. These offerings create a comprehensive safety net for a range of family situations.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (nationwide PPO/HSA and regional HMOs), employer HSA funding, and integrated mental-health and well-being programs signal depth in coverage. Preventive care is covered in-network, and plan choices by state expand access.
Takeda Insights
What We Do
For over 240 years, Takeda’s propensity to evolve has driven the next generation of innovation, and as a future-focused organization, we’re continuing to drive forward with endurance in our steadfast pursuit to achieve the best outcomes for our patients in a rapidly changing world. We have been preparing for this period of value creation by investing in data, digital and technology, and we’re proud of our employees and their commitment to turning groundbreaking ideas into life-changing impacts. Since our founding in Japan, integrity and putting patients first have been at the heart of our identity, and we will emerge ready for our future as one of the most trusted and science-driven digital biopharmaceutical companies. Join a team where your innovation impacts lives. Together, we’ll realize improved outcomes by improving data quality, enhancing launch execution and improving the patient journey. You’ll play a critical role in accelerating data collection and increasing accuracy across all parts of the business. Patients across the globe will benefit from access to treatments afforded by greater opportunities and efficiency in our research and development.
Why Work With Us
We connect to our history and Japanese heritage through everything we do to bring our purpose, values, vision, and imperatives to life. We are committed to bringing better health and a brighter future to patients. Being a part of Takeda means having the opportunity to be a part of something bigger than yourself.
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