Market Access Director EPD APAC

3 days ago


Singapur, Singapore Abbott Full time

Primary Job Function

Reporting directly to DVP APAC, the Market Access Director works closely with cross functional teams to manage, support and drive the market access strategy in line with the global market access strategic imperatives and objectives that help drive growth of the region. The Market Access Director is the point person for protecting and optimizing the base brands and introducing new products to the market.

The Market Access Director will represent Established Pharmaceuticals Division (EPD) APAC to drive and implement policy-shaping initiatives, share best practice and roll out relevant market access capability building activities. Success will require the candidate to champion business and efficiency improvements.

The successful candidate will have a keen knowledge and understanding of the healthcare systems and provides country insights to the global market access and policy strategy in support of the current and future EPD APAC business.

Success depends on highly effective cross functional collaboration, especially with local stakeholders, in addition to close communication with relevant Division stakeholders on progress updates for strategic projects and programs and ensure alignment.

Core Job Responsibilities

Clear measurable performance deliverables will demonstrate success in the role.

- Provide strategic input into the development of assigned projects, handling complex issues and providing leadership where appropriate to assigned team.

- Ensure development and execution of regional market access strategies for all projects within assigned area consistent with commercial strategies.

- Responsible for managing strategic partnership with Divisional MAx

- Ensure the 100% accurate price management within the respective countries in the region in-line with Global SOPs and local regulations

- Monitor actual vs. planned activities and timelines regarding market access activities.

- Identify and recommend improvements to correct / accelerate project progression.

- Managing Policy Impact

With current insider knowledge of local market access policies, develop integrated pricing and access strategies, and secure cross functional support for implementation

Create strategic partnerships with external networks and individual experts

Develop & execute the regional Market Access Plan including a future view of opportunities, risks, an assessment of the environment and goals that are synergized across functions. Translate and communicate the strategy to the local team across functions

Manage organic and inorganic growth for EPD APAC in a profitable and sustainable way by optimizing account pricing, listing & purchase policies; maximizing formulary listing; developing payer value-added programs and providing input to portfolio needs

Proactively identifying price increase and optimization opportunities with knowledge and understanding of potential risk exposures, developing a corresponding risk mitigation for margin

Ensuring sustainable policy environment to advocate values based policies for; pricing, reimbursement, formulary listing and tender

Build the fundamentals for sustainable growth. Anticipate trends and changes in the market, and develop appropriate action plans. Externally; MA customer coverage, insights, quality access. Internally; recruiting talent, managing ongoing development and retention

Support assessments of potential portfolio expansion molecules from a Market Access perspective

- People management

Attract, develop and retain high potential talent for the team and the organization. Actively manage team performance and development

Implement new tools and initiatives such as capability building activities for pricing and market access

Continually manage the talent pipeline for the team, so short term successors (internal or external) are known and ready

Work efficiently within Legal compliance, as well as budget control

- Managing relationships with Non Government Organization and Industry Associations

Proactively manage relationships with Non Government Organizations (NGO) and industry associations as an industry expert to help influence policy decisions

Curate and maintain relationships with professional associates and KOLs, to become known as an expert advocate

Also to be known as a senior consultant and advisor as RDPAC’s working group leader

Work effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Minimum Education

Graduate degree in Science, Economics, Engineering, or Business

Minimum Experience/Training Required

~15 years in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, ideally in Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, Policy or Governmental Affairs

Product launch experience

Project management experience and expertise

Advanced analytical skills

Must be proficient in verbal and written English communication.

Cross cultural, and cross-divisional experience is beneficial

Must be driven, a team leader and possess strong business acumen and interpersonal skills.

Skills and Competencies Required

Expert knowledge of pharmaceutical related policies and regulations

Solid understanding of business drivers and product knowledge details

Highly effective presentation and analytical skills

Track record as a highly effective team leader who engenders credibility and confidence within the team, customers and stakeholders

Excellent channel and network management

Solid experience of understanding and solving pharmaceutical market access issues

Strong practiced belied in “Compliance Excellence”

Ability to lead cross-functional problem-solving team – to bring diverse people together from different functions and different backgrounds to solve a significant organizational problem

Ability to drive successful and significant organizational change, setting a clear vision to motivate and inspire others

Strong stakeholder management skills

Able to comfortably handle pressure in a dynamic environment

Ability to handle complex and diverse business situations

Strong project management skills to ensure smooth execution



  • Singapur, Singapore Abbott Full time

    APAC Commercial Execution and Sales Strategy team are tasked with leading, managing and coordinating the APAC strategy by (1) developing and implementing the sales and commercial execution strategy, (2) shaping the sales organization for effectiveness (3) ensuring sustainability of the sales processes and operating model defined under the first two...


  • Singapur, Singapore Abbott Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Commercial Excellence Leader to join our team in APAC. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of commercial strategies, driving sales force effectiveness, and ensuring the sustainability of sales processes and operating models.Key...


  • Singapur, Singapore Abbott Full time

    Our unique pharmaceutical business offers exposure to medicines, vaccines and consumer healthcare products across a patient’s life cycle from conception to later life, with brands coming from; our established business, wholly owned local companies and local brands. We have an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our regional marketing team;...

  • APAC Finance Manager

    1 month ago


    Singapur, Singapore Abbott Full time

    Primary Job Function: Main lead in charge of EPD APAC cash flow management (balance sheet, cash flow) by running accurate reporting and RLBE/annual planning process, best practice sharing, accurate financial forecast, timely risk analysis, scenarios, and contingency plans to meet the area’s financial targets. Partner with Regional Finance Director...


  • Singapur, Singapore Exact Sciences Full time

    Help us change livesAt Exact Sciences, we’re helping change how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident decisions when they matter most. Join our team to find a purpose-driven career, an inclusive culture, and robust benefits to support your life while you’re...


  • Singapur, Singapore Moody's Full time

    At Moody's, we're seeking a seasoned marketing professional to lead our APAC field marketing efforts. As Director, Marketing Programs, you'll collaborate with our Marketing Squad leads to develop and execute campaigns that drive awareness, demand, and revenue growth across the Asia region.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with Marketing functions to activate...


  • Singapur, Singapore Exact Sciences Full time

    Help us change livesAt Exact Sciences, we're helping change how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident decisions when they matter most. Join our team to find a purpose-driven career, an inclusive culture, and robust benefits to support your life while you're working to...


  • Singapur, Singapore StackAdapt Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Marketing Manager to join our team in the APAC region. As a key member of our marketing team, you will be responsible for developing and executing regional marketing strategies, programs, and campaigns to increase awareness and drive business growth.Key ResponsibilitiesFormulate and implement regional marketing...


  • Singapur, Singapore Scopely Full time

    Regional Marketing Director APAC Monopoly GoScopely is seeking a seasoned marketing leader to join our Monopoly Go team in Singapore remotely. As Regional Marketing Director APAC Monopoly Go, you will be responsible for driving growth and awareness for our new casual game across key APAC markets.Key Responsibilities:Leverage market insights to develop a...


  • Singapur, Singapore Abbott Full time

    Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. We are committed to bringing the benefits of our trusted medicines to more people in the world’s fastest-growing countries. Our broad portfolio of high-quality...


  • Singapur, Singapore Exact Sciences Full time

    Help us change livesAt Exact Sciences, we're helping change how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident decisions when they matter most. Join our team to find a purpose-driven career, an inclusive culture, and robust benefits to support your life while you're working to...


  • Singapur, Singapore Integrated Project Services Full time

    At Integrated Project Services, we are seeking a highly skilled Business Development Director - APAC to join our team in Singapore. This role reflects our dedication to delivering exceptional solutions and solidifying our position as a global industry leader.You will report to the Managing Director, who has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical, data...


  • Singapur, Singapore Edwards Lifesciences Full time

    Innovation and ImpactInnovation starts from the heart. At Edwards Lifesciences, we're driven by a passion to transform patient care with groundbreaking solutions. As a Marketing Director, APAC THV, you'll play a critical role in shaping our marketing strategy and driving business growth in the APAC region.About the RoleWe're seeking a seasoned marketing...


  • Singapur, Singapore Exact Sciences Full time

    Help us change livesAt Exact Sciences, we’re helping change how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident decisions when they matter most. Join our team to find a purpose-driven career, an inclusive culture, and robust benefits to support your life while you’re...

  • Tax Director

    4 weeks ago


    Singapur, Singapore AMEX Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tax Director to lead our Tax Advisory team in APAC markets, with a focus on Japan and Korea. As a trusted advisor, you will provide sound tax analysis and practical tax advisory to stakeholders, identifying improvement opportunities from direct tax, transfer pricing, and indirect tax...


  • Singapur, Singapore LexisNexis Risk Solutions Full time

    Financial Crimes Director, APAC Lead About the BusinessLexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. Within our Business Services vertical, we offer a multitude of solutions focused on helping businesses of all sizes drive higher revenue growth, maximize operational efficiencies, and improve customer experience. Our solutions...


  • Singapur, Singapore LexisNexis Risk Solutions Full time

    Financial Crimes Director, APAC Lead About the Business LexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. Within our Business Services vertical, we offer a multitude of solutions focused on helping businesses of all sizes drive higher revenue growth, maximize operational efficiencies, and improve customer experience. Our...


  • Singapur, Singapore Rapyd Full time

    Job Title: Director of Governance and Compliance, APACAt Rapyd, we are seeking a seasoned Director of Governance and Compliance to lead our APAC compliance program. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and implementing a scalable compliance framework to ensure Rapyd meets its regulatory licenses and compliance obligations across APAC.Key...


  • Singapur, Singapore SMBC Group Full time

    Job Title: Director, Global Trade Finance DeptAt SMBC Group, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as a Director, Global Trade Finance Dept. This is a unique opportunity to lead our trade finance business in the APAC region and drive growth through innovative marketing and business development strategies.Key...


  • Singapur, Singapore Pfizer Full time

    Director Benefits APAC ROLE SUMMARY We are a leading multinational corporation operating globally, with a strong presence in the Asia Pacific region (APAC). As part of our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent, we are seeking a highly experienced International Benefits professional to oversee our APAC market and support local leadership in...