Job Description

Job Summary:

At Vertex, we're relentless in our pursuit of scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. The individual in this role will support the development of the Canadian brand strategy, and the creation and execution of the reimbursement plan to support the launch of our first investigational genetic therapy for hemoglobinopathies (sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia) as well as our current Cystic Fibrosis Portfolio. Reporting to the Market Access Lead, the Market Access Senior Manager will be contributing to the Market Access strategies for the Vertex portfolio. Working alongside the Associate Directors, the successful candidate will assist in preparation of the reimbursement dossiers, economic model adaptations for CADTH, INESSS and private insurers (cost-effectiveness, budget impact), support the potential access programs and implementation planning and, support in the pricing negotiations among others.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides input into the Canadian Market Access strategy for Vertex portfolio
• In collaboration with the Public Affairs teams drives access at the National and Provincial level as well as with private payers.
• Assists in the development of market access materials (submissions, responses, background documentation, strategic support documents).
• Defines payer evidence requirements for the country, with a clear understanding of trade-offs.
• Defines reimbursement and access flows, in collaboration with the Head of Market Access.
• Works closely with medical affairs, legal, regulatory, market access and commercial teams, building and leveraging relationships with relevant stakeholders in line with Vertex's approved and agreed business strategy.
• Ensures compliance with the PMPRB for all current and upcoming products
• Acts as the main point of contact for accounting, finance, contracting to ensure internal processes are followed

Required Education Level

• Pharmacist and/or Business School or Specialized Master's degree in relevant area of expertise (e.g. epidemiology/ biostatistics, engineering, health economics, public health, public policy) from an accredited university required.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 6 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, with prior significant experience in market access, gained in an industry or vendor/agency environment.
• Experience in direct interactions with payers.
• Experience developing and/or adapting global economic models to meet country specific HTA requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with the proven ability to effectively analyze data sets to determine trends and establish strategies.
• Knowledge and understanding of Cell and Gene Therapy and/or rare disease market; market access experience in cell and gene therapies preferred

Required Knowledge/Skills

• Display solid ethics and fully comply with all regulatory, legal and industry codes of conduct.
• Results oriented with demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as manage initiatives that require collaboration across multiple functional areas.
• Strong project management skills.
• An entrepreneurial spirit and ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems.
• Excellent communication skills, strong oral/written presentation skills.
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to navigate and be successful in a fast-paced environment.

• Oral and written fluency in English required
• Oral and written fluency in French preferred

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Please note that Vertex requires COVID-19 vaccination for all employees working in the U.S. as a condition of employment at Vertex, subject to medical, religious or other accommodations or exemptions required by law. We believe this requirement is vital to keeping everyone at Vertex and in our communities safe. This requirement applies to both existing and new employees who may at any time work on-site at a Vertex facility or visit another location on behalf of Vertex (e.g., conferences, customer visits, etc.), including all remote employees. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com.