To support the growth of our CSL Vifor business in the Czech Republic, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual for the position of:

Market Access Manager Czech Republic & South East CEE (m/f/x)

(Full-time / Permanent / Location: Prague OR Bratislava)

The Opportunity:

You are essential for managing the successful introduction and positioning of CSL Vifor products in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia & Croatia. The goal is to ensure that the CSL Vifor product portfolio is accessible in the market by overcoming reimbursement barriers and identifying additional growth opportunities in the access environment. As the Market Access Manager Czech Republic & South East CEE, you will serve as the primary point of contact for key stakeholders involved in approving new medicines and the healthcare reimbursement and listing processes in the dedicated region. You will also be the liaison for all regional and global market access matters, as well as for local commercial and medical teams.

The Role:

• Serve as the interface between the company and Payer stakeholders to establish a favorable business environment, drive the company’s Access footprint, and maximize patient access in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, and Croatia.
• Responsible for driving Access strategies and initiatives in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, and Croatia and supporting Commercial Team Nephrology in these countries and Commercial Lead Nephrology CEE CSL Vifor.
• Be in active contact with other Market Access CEE Vifor and Vifor Regional and Global Market Access roles.
• Together with Market Access functions in the respective CSL Behring affiliates work hand-in-hand to present the CSL brand in all discussions with key Healthcare stakeholders and authorities.
• Responsible for developing and articulating Payer positions and programs.
• Align innovative and value-added CSL Vifor solutions across key therapy areas with the needs of fast-changing health systems and with a sound business approach.
• Support the Commercial objectives of Vifor in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, and Croatia teams by developing and executing CSL Vifor’s Access strategies and projects.
• Develop a strong network with local health authorities, professional associations, and other influencers in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, and Croatia.
• Support the Medical Affairs team with initiatives involving patient and clinical organizations.
• Partner with the relevant stakeholders in managing relations and planning and executing patient access programs across relevant therapy areas, including nephrology and rare diseases.
• Influence regional and national Access strategies to achieve positive business outcomes.
• Develop/implement reimbursement plans in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, and Croatia's private and public sectors.
• Oversee the development of health economic data and subsequent publication and utilization.

Your Skills and Experience:

• Master’s degree required in a business or life science-related discipline, additional education in Political Science, Health Economics, Public Policy/Administration preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/medical device industry in the areas of Market Access.
• Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical and healthcare dynamics.
• Deep understanding of government policies and programs in the Czech Republic & Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, and Croatia.
• Good commercial background, health economics knowledge, and experience in aligning market access strategies with government policies and programs.
• Experience in public affairs.
• Language requirement: A high level of Czech or Slovak language and high-level English skills are mandatory. Any additional language from the dedicated territory is a plus.
• Experience in business planning and/or market analysis and production of Value Propositions based on Patient Access principles and knowledge and experience with HEOR modeling and analysis.
• Experience in performing or guiding economic studies, including literature reviews.

Reporting Relationships:

This position reports to the CEE Commercial Lead Nephrology.

What we offer

• Comprehensive benefit plan with options including medical plans, life insurance, and retirement plans.
• Company car included.
• Two additional leave days for your personal wellbeing.
• Learning opportunities with our CSL Academy.
• Find Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion at all sites and with every colleague. Come as you are.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for driving commercial success in the pharmaceutical industry, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in making a meaningful impact on patient care in the CEE region.

Our Benefits

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About CSL Behring

CSL Behring is a global leader in developing and delivering high-quality medicines that treat people with rare and serious diseases. Our treatments offer promise for people in more than 100 countries living with conditions in the immunology, hematology, cardiovascular and metabolic, respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas. Learn more about CSL Behring .

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