Vice President, Market Access Consultant

Compass Consulting
Santa Rosa, CA

Overview:


Our cllent is seeking an experienced and strategic Vice President of Market Access Consultant to support a growing biotechnology/oncology company preparing for commercialization. This fractional leader will play a critical role in shaping and executing the market access strategy to ensure optimal payer coverage, patient access, and reimbursement for upcoming product launches.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Develop and refine the overall market access strategy, including payer, provider, and patient support initiatives
  • Lead pricing and reimbursement strategy, including value proposition development and evidence requirements
  • Provide guidance on payer engagement strategy across commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid channels
  • Support development of HEOR and value dossiers (e.g., AMCP dossiers)
  • Advise on distribution, specialty pharmacy, and channel strategy
  • Partner cross-functionally with Commercial, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and Finance teams
  • Assess and build patient support programs, including HUB services and access services
  • Prepare leadership for payer advisory boards and key stakeholder engagements
  • Identify risks and opportunities related to coverage, coding, and reimbursement


Qualifications:


  • 10+ years of experience in Market Access, with significant leadership experience in biotech or pharmaceutical organizations
  • Proven track record supporting product launches, preferably in oncology or specialty therapeutics
  • Deep understanding of U.S. payer landscape, reimbursement pathways, and pricing strategy
  • Experience working in early-stage or pre-commercial organizations strongly preferred
  • Strong strategic thinking with hands-on execution capability
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills


Ideal Candidate Profile:


  • Has led or played a key role in at least one successful product launch
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment
  • Able to quickly assess gaps and implement practical solutions
  • Brings an established network across payers, consultants, and market access vendors


Engagement Goals:


  • Establish a clear, executable market access roadmap
  • Ensure readiness for payer engagement and reimbursement pathways
  • Support successful commercialization planning and execution

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