Associate Director, Market Access Strategic Enablement

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.)

. Lead development, coordination, and implementation of Market Access resources, tools, and materials .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $169,222 - $253,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Market Access strategy, project management, and cross-functional collaboration to drive organizational effectiveness and enhance resource delivery. Proficient in developing communication plans and executive-level presentations while managing complex projects in a dynamic environment.

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Market Access StrategyProject ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationStrategic ThinkingCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Project Management PrinciplesAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsExecutive-Level PresentationsBudget Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipRelationship BuildingAdaptabilityOrganizational SkillsInfluencing Stakeholders

Tools & Technologies

PowerPointExcel

Industry Keywords

BiopharmaceuticalHealthcareMarket AccessPayer MarketingPricing & ReimbursementCommercial OperationsU.S. Healthcare ReimbursementLegislative DevelopmentsPatient AccessRare Disease Therapeutic Areas

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development, coordination, and implementation of Market Access resources, tools, and materials
Partner with asset teams and cross-functional stakeholders to identify resource needs and delivery plans
Manage review, approval, and compliant deployment of resources
Evaluate resource effectiveness and recommend enhancements
Support strategic and operational priorities across inline and pipeline assets
Coordinate annual planning, business reviews, governance processes, and organizational milestones
Establish systems, tools, and processes that improve organizational effectiveness, visibility, and accountability
Evaluate initiatives and identify risks, dependencies, and execution opportunities
Develop and execute communication plans for team priorities, initiatives, and leadership engagement
Coordinate internal communications, leadership presentations, department meetings, and forums
Lead planning and execution of annual meetings, strategic workshops, and leadership sessions
Coordinate communication and engagement activities across the portfolio and with Business Unit partners
Lead high-priority cross-functional projects
Apply structured project management principles to drive accountability, alignment, and timely delivery
Partner with cross-functional teams to identify solutions, remove barriers, and facilitate decision-making
Develop recommendations and present findings, risks, and opportunities to leadership
Create tools, frameworks, training resources, and knowledge-management approaches to strengthen Market Access capabilities
Analyze business challenges, trends, and organizational needs to generate actionable insights
Contribute to Market Access strategy discussions and strengthen organizational capabilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Life Sciences, Healthcare Administration, or a related discipline
4+ years of experience within the biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, healthcare, consulting, or related industry
Ability to lead complex projects and drive execution across cross-functional teams in a highly matrixed environment
Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to translate complex information into actionable recommendations
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Experience developing executive-level presentations and communications
Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in ambiguous situations
Ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs
Strong organizational and project management skills
Track record of delivering high-quality results against aggressive timelines
Ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and drive alignment across diverse functions and organizational levels
High learning agility
Demonstrated leadership through significant business initiatives, process improvements, or cross-functional workstreams
Preferred: Experience in Market Access, Payer Marketing, Managed Markets, Pricing & Reimbursement, Patient Services, Brand Marketing, Commercial Operations, or related commercial functions
Preferred: Experience within specialty and/or rare disease therapeutic areas
Preferred: Knowledge of U.S. healthcare reimbursement, payer, pricing, contracting, and market access dynamics
Preferred: Understanding of legislative, regulatory, and policy developments influencing patient access and reimbursement
Preferred: Experience managing budgets, agency partners, and external vendors
Preferred: Experience developing communication plans, organizational engagement plans, or large-scale meetings/events
Preferred: Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Company-provided basic life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan assistance
Generous 401(k) match
Flexible time off
Paid holidays
Paid leave programs
Other company-provided benefits
Incentive opportunity