SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONSThe Senior Market Access Manager is responsible for leading the development and execution of market access and pricing strategies for the rare disease portfolio in Canada. The role ensures successful HTA outcomes, optimal reimbursement, and pricing alignment to enable patient access. Operating in a lean setting, the position owns both access and pricing responsibilities and works cross-functionally with Medical, Commercial, and Finance teams, while also supporting private payer reimbursement and patient advocacy initiatives.MAIN ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIESLead end-to-end market access strategy across the product lifecycle to secure optimal reimbursement and patient access in CanadaOwn development of the Canadian reimbursement dossier and localization of the Global Value Dossier (GVD), incorporating Canadian clinical, economic, and epidemiological evidenceGuide products through HTA processes (CADTH, INESSS), ensuring aligned evidence and timely outcomesDefine and execute integrated access and pricing strategies, including list price setting and lifecycle optimizationSupport pCPA and private payer negotiations to maximize coverage and valuePartner cross-functionally (Medical, Commercial, Finance) to align on value proposition, forecasting,



and net pricing assumptionsCollaborate with private payer teams to expand and maintain coverageEngage with patient organizations and stakeholders to support advocacy and access objectivesBuild and maintain relationships with payers, clinicians, and key decision-makersMonitor reimbursement and policy changes to proactively adapt strategyContribute to brand planning and strategic business decisionsSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESNumber of Direct Reports: 0Number of Indirect Reports: 0MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION:Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Business, or related fieldAdvanced degree (MSc, PharmD, MBA) is an assetEXPERIENCE5–10 years of experience in Market Access, Pricing, Reimbursement, or related roles in pharmaceutical/biotech industryExperience with HTA submissions, pricing strategy, and payer negotiationsExperience in rare diseases or specialty care preferredSKILLSStrong understanding of Canadian payer system (CADTH, INESSS, pCPA, private payers)Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholdersStrong strategic thinking and business acumen, including pricing and forecasting alignmentExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skillsOTHERAbility to work remotely or from Montreal officeHigh level of ownership, adaptability, and accountability #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Market Access Manager (Montreal)
🏢 Celystra Pharma
📍 Montreal