Director, Copay & Affordability

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Spearhead the creation and execution of Amgen's patient affordability strategies that align with the brand's strategic objectives and financial targets.

• Oversee the design, implementation, and ongoing management of affordability programs, such as co-pay, coupons, eVoucher, and cash-pay initiatives.

• Identify areas for program improvement and optimization by utilizing performance and operational metrics.

• Conduct assessments of the copay and financial assistance market landscape, along with competitor benchmarking evaluations.

• Collaborate with Brand teams to monitor program performance, progress, and opportunities related to affordability initiatives.

• Work alongside Legal, Compliance, and Safety for the review and approval of Patient Support Programs.

• Partner with Value & Access Insights, Analytics, and Finance to facilitate the financial planning process.

• Keep an eye on market dynamics and industry trends affecting pharmacy and medical benefit products.

• Coordinate with Data & Insights to ensure uniform data management and reporting across programs.

• Track and communicate operational metrics, program performance indicators, and financial data to key stakeholders.

• Supervise team budget management and vendor relationships.

• Address and resolve customer issues effectively.

• Collaborate with PAR channel partners, Marketing, and Sales to promote Patient Affordability solutions.

• Build and maintain cross-functional relationships across Value & Access, Marketing, Sales, Legal, Regulatory, Compliance, and Data & Analytics.

• Lead and mentor direct reports while providing training and career development opportunities.

• Cultivate a strong culture and a unified team approach within Patient Access & Reimbursement, Value & Access, Brand, and cross-functional teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• Doctorate degree with 4 years of experience in marketing, sales management, and/or payer roles, or a Master’s degree with 7 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 9 years of applicable experience.

• Over 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sectors, specifically in patient support, market access, marketing, or related commercial functions.

• Proficient understanding of copay design, implementation, and operations.

• Familiarity with available copay solutions, industry best practices, and evolving market conditions.

• Solid knowledge of the compliance and regulatory landscape for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical industry.

• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams within a matrix environment.

• Experience in managing projects that involve multiple functions and shared responsibilities.

• Strong financial acumen and analytical capabilities.

• Ability to create and present concise, relevant, and well-supported briefings.

• Skill in tailoring presentation content and delivery style to suit the audience.

• Sponsorship for this position is not guaranteed.

🏝️ Benefits

• A comprehensive employee benefits package.

• Retirement and Savings Plan with generous contributions from the company.

• Group medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Life and disability insurance options.

• Flexible spending accounts available.

• Discretionary annual bonus program.

• Stock-based long-term incentive plans.

• Award-winning time-off policies.

• Flexible work arrangements where feasible.

• Opportunities for career development.

• Emphasis on work/life balance.

• Financial plans with options to save for retirement or other financial goals.