SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS
The 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 environment, 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 RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead end-to-end market access strategy across the product lifecycle to secure optimal reimbursement and patient access in Canada

Own development of the Canadian reimbursement dossier and localization of the Global Value Dossier (GVD), incorporating Canadian clinical, economic, and epidemiological evidence

Guide products through HTA processes (CADTH, INESSS), ensuring aligned evidence and timely outcomes

Define and execute integrated access and pricing strategies, including list price setting and lifecycle optimization

Support pCPA and private payer negotiations to maximize coverage and value

Partner cross-functionally (Medical, Commercial, Finance) to align on value proposition, forecasting, and net pricing assumptions

Collaborate with private payer teams to expand and maintain coverage





Engage with patient organizations and stakeholders to support advocacy and access objectives

Build and maintain relationships with payers, clinicians, and key decision-makers

Monitor reimbursement and policy changes to proactively adapt strategy

Contribute to brand planning and strategic business decisions

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Number of Direct Reports: 0

Number of Indirect Reports: 0

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Business, or related field

Advanced degree (MSc, PharmD, MBA) is an asset

EXPERIENCE

5–10 years of experience in Market Access, Pricing, Reimbursement, or related roles in pharmaceutical/biotech industry

Experience with HTA submissions, pricing strategy, and payer negotiations

Experience in rare diseases or specialty care preferred

SKILLS

Strong understanding of Canadian payer system (CADTH, INESSS, pCPA, private payers)

Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders

Strong strategic thinking and business acumen, including pricing and forecasting alignment

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to operate effectively in a broad, hands-on role in a lean setting

OTHER

Ability to work remotely or from Montreal office

High level of ownership, adaptability, and accountability

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