Director, US Payer – Value Marketing

Gilead Sciences

. Lead Kite’s US payer and value marketing strategy across its CAR T and future cell therapy portfolio .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeSanta Monica • California • United StatesLead💰 $205,615 - $292,710 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payer marketing strategy, value communication, and market access within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. Proficient in developing payer-facing resources and engaging with various access stakeholders while leading cross-functional teams and managing strategic initiatives.

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Payer Marketing StrategyMarket AccessHEOR CollaborationValue Proposition DevelopmentTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Payer-Facing Value StoriesBudget Impact ModelsEconomic ResourcesPayer Tools DevelopmentStrategic ThinkingAnalytical SkillsEvidence TranslationPayer Coverage MonitoringKPI EstablishmentReimbursement Dynamics

Soft Skills

Emotional IntelligenceSituational AwarenessCollaborationInfluencing Decision MakingCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

PowerPointExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Scientific Degree (MD, PharmD, PhD)Master’s DegreeBachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiotechnologyCAR THematologyOncologyMedicare AdvantageMedicaidCommercial PlansSpecialty PharmacyMedical Benefit Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Kite’s US payer and value marketing strategy across its CAR T and future cell therapy portfolio
Define portfolio-level value communication priorities aligned with US Market Access, Brand, HEOR, Medical, and Commercial objectives
Advise US Market Access leadership on payer trends, evidence needs, access barriers, competitive dynamics, and value communication opportunities
Oversee development, execution, training, and optimization of payer-facing tools and resources
Lead PRC and review strategy for payer-facing materials with Legal, Regulatory, Compliance, Medical, and HEOR partners
Partner with HEOR and Medical Affairs to translate clinical, economic, humanistic, and real-world evidence into payer resources
Develop payer engagement strategies for national and regional payers, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, commercial plans, and other access stakeholders
Monitor payer coverage, reimbursement dynamics, access restrictions, network trends, and policy developments
Gather and synthesize payer insights, coverage trends, customer feedback, competitive dynamics, and resource performance
Establish KPIs and measurement plans; report strategy and performance to US Market Access Leadership
Lead and develop direct reports; manage agency and vendor partners
Build team culture, prioritize payer marketing needs, manage budgets, and deploy resources efficiently

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced scientific degree, such as MD, PharmD, or PhD, and 8+ years of experience OR Master’s Degree and 10+ years of experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 12+ years of experience
10+ years of relevant pharmaceutical or biotechnology experience in payer marketing, value marketing, market access, HEOR, payer strategy, pricing, contracting, reimbursement, or related commercial roles
Demonstrated experience developing payer-facing value stories, value propositions, economic resources, budget impact models, payer tools, and access stakeholder resources
Strong understanding of the US payer landscape, including commercial plans, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, employer-sponsored coverage, specialty pharmacy, medical benefit management, and buy-and-bill dynamics
Deep understanding of CAR T, hematology/oncology, or specialty therapy reimbursement preferred
Experience developing value platforms and partnering with HEOR on evidence generation and evidence translation
Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence decision making, strategy, and execution across partners and senior leaders
Experience leading teams, managing direct reports, and developing talent
Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with ability to translate complex evidence and market dynamics into clear customer-facing strategies
Experience working with Legal, Regulatory, Compliance, Medical, and Promotional Review teams
Demonstrated high levels of emotional intelligence, situational awareness, and ability to build positive culture across teams
Advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives
Paid time off
Company-sponsored medical insurance
Company-sponsored dental insurance
Company-sponsored vision insurance
Company-sponsored life insurance
Benefits package