Market Access and Analytics Associate Director

Job Description General Summary

The (Market Access) Operations and Analytics Associate Director leads sophisticated analyses, develops financial models, and generates insights to address strategic market access questions, presenting findings effectively and succinctly to leadership. The role requires the extraction and synthesis of relevant data to deliver timely insights into the underlying factors driving forecasts and variances to plan, while delivering forward-looking perspectives that inform and drive key business decisions-- supporting both approved and potential future indications

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Work independently to surface insights from internal data sets and secondary sources that answer key business questions and inform access and commercial decisions
• Play a key role in the forecasting process, partnering with the GTN team to integrate net revenue projections, assumptions, and brand learnings to ensure accuracy & timeliness for current and future year planning
• Manage and respond to ad-hoc analytical requests from business partners, delivering timely and accurate insights that support decision-making
• Develop and manage a GPO performance measurement process, including monthly reporting, dashboard development, and analytical insights that evaluate contracting effectiveness and guide business decisions
• Partner cross-functionally across Account Teams, Strategy, Finance, HEOR, Government Pricing, and Trade to align on assumptions, integrate diverse inputs, and ensure analytical deliverables reflect current business priorities
• Lead the development of presentations for senior and executive management that synthesize trends, forecasts and the potential financial impact of new and pending state and federal policies, pricing scenarios and payer mix
• Work as needed to "in-source" vendor tools and responsibilities into the team scope while maintaining business continuity

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent working knowledge of the evolving access, pricing, and reimbursement dynamics and health system environment in the US
• Prior experience in developing short and long-term commercial forecasts, GTN models, and pricing and contracting break-even analysis
• Experience in dashboard development such as Power BI or Tableau a plus
• Track record of producing insights and analysis across payer channel (e.g., Commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, etc.) and communicating impacts and sensitivity analysis to senior management
• Demonstrated understanding of contracting with PBMs, trade and distribution partners, and strategies for value-driven pricing and reimbursement
• Working knowledge and familiarity with syndicated Market Access databases (IQVIA, MMIT, etc.)
• Exposure and understanding of financial systems (such as Oracle, Hyperion, SAP, etc.)
• Advanced proficiency in complex Excel modeling and PowerPoint presentations
• Proficient in analyzing large data sets such as prescription and claims data using a statistical analysis language (e.g., SQL)
• Knowledge of additional scripting languages such as Python is a plus, as well as working knowledge of AI analytical tools
• Strong analytical and business acumen: intellectual curiosity, motivation, and ability to structure problems, diagnose issues, and triangulate with multiple approaches while keeping sight of the big picture
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to influence and collaborate with a diverse stakeholder community to achieve actionable and timely results through establishing strong and sustainable relationships
• Ability to work independently in a complex, ambiguous, and highly matrixed environment

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline required (e.g., Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Finance); advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred 8 years of progressive experience in market access, forecasting, or finance, with significant exposure to pharma/biopharma financial and managed markets data sources, or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Pay Range

Pay Range: $168,000 - $252,000 Disclosure Statement: The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Total Rewards Offerings

• From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter)
• Educational assistance programs including student loan repayment
• A generous commuting subsidy
• Matching charitable donations
• 401(k)
• and so much more.

Flex Designation

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible Flex Eligibility Status: In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select 2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad-hoc flexibility. Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law.

Accommodations

Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at View email address on click.appcast.io

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Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases and conditions. The company has approved therapies for cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia, acute pain and acromegaly, and it continues to advance clinical and research programs in these areas. Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including IgA nephropathy, neuropathic pain, APOL1-mediated kidney disease, primary membranous nephropathy, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, ACTH-dependent Cushing's syndrome, autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, type 1 diabetes, generalized myasthenia gravis, and myotonic dystrophy type 1. Vertex was founded in 1989 and has its global headquarters in Boston, with international headquarters in London. Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East.

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We believe our culture is one of Vertex’s greatest strengths and a key enabler of our ability to deliver transformative medicines for patients who need them. Rooted in innovation, purpose and collaboration, our culture empowers people to take smart risks, challenge conventional thinking and do their best work. The diversity of our people is central to that culture. By bringing together individuals with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, we foster an environment where new ideas thrive, better decisions are made and breakthrough innovation is possible. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included and connected to our shared mission, because we know that our unique culture and the collective strength of our people are what set Vertex apart.