Senior Manager, Contract Lifecycle, Market Access - Vaccines
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Manager, Contract Lifecycle, Market Access
Location: Morristown, NJ
About the Job
We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.
We are seeking an experienced and adaptable individual to lead operational functions of various contracting strategies as Senior Manager, Contract Lifecycle, Market Access. A key partner to leadership, sales, legal and Market Access teams to drive outcomes in a complex and rapidly evolving environment. This person will manage Mainline and Beyfortus contract execution for Group Purchasing Organizations, Physician Buying Groups and Health Systems.
Main Responsibilities:
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Lead Contract Implementation: Oversee contract negotiations, redlines, countersignature and operational setup of various contracting offers.
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Dedicated Specialist: Function as Subject Matter Expert for contract strategies, contract systems, and other related projects. Managing complex contract structures.
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Project Management: Manage/lead project components related new product launches, new contract strategies, new digital capabilities.
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Operational Leadership: An active participant in Pricing Contracting Task Force (PCTF) meetings that require deep contract strategy understanding and ability to lead implementation based on decisions. This is a Pricing/Contracting decision-making committee. This role will lead the team in managing timelines, communications and operationalizing approved contract structures.
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Innovation & Adaptability: Drive change management by exploring new tools to keep pace with market shifts and business needs. More automation and streamlining.
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Trainer: Support and mentor team members through onboarding, development of Standard Operating Procedures and operationalizing contract offers.
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Compliance: Lead for defined products and polices related to scope of job responsibilities. Accountable for compliance of contract and pricing operational functions.
About You
Qualifications & Experience:
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5+ years in a contracting role within Market Access or Pricing—preferably within the pharmaceutical, healthcare, or vaccine industries.
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Experience with contract systems such as ModelN and SAP is strongly preferred.
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Advanced in Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel.
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Demonstrated success in cross-functional coordination and stakeholder management.
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Experience leading digital projects and implementing new systems/applications.
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Strong background in operational efficiency and automation.
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Ability to lead and make decisions in high-pressure environments with limited information.
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Skilled communicator, problem solver, analytical, and detail oriented.
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Have excellent prioritization and time management skills
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Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Marketing or Business Administration/Management is required. Master’s degree preferred (Business or related field).
You are a leader of contract implementation and have oversight of contract strategies while maintaining compliance. An active participant in pricing committee meetings. You are responsible for ensuring pricing is operationalized and communicated accurately. This position will provide constant leadership on Mainline and Beyfortus contract strategy to the Account Management Team, Finance, Pricing, Marketing, VaxServe and GenMed, as appropriate. You thrive in high-volume and constant changing environment. You have strong analytical skills and extremely thorough. You possess:
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Contract Leadership: Proven ability as subject matter expert. Key contributor in strategic conversations for successful implementation of approved contract strategies.
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Business Collaboration: Expertise in networking with various areas finance, market access, legal, sales to deliver business strategies and assist with decision-making.
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Data Analytics: Strong skills in interpreting data and understanding systems to resolve contract problems and customer inquiries. This is done through analysis and review of information versus contractual language, terms and conditions.
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Operational & Process Optimization: A track record of improving operational processes and enhancing efficiencies through automation and system optimization.
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Prioritization: Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute contract deliverables under pressure, ensuring timely delivery.
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Cross-Functional Communication: Skilled in bridging the gap between account management and market access teams, proactive and clear, actionable information.
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Digital Systems Implementation: Experience in implementing new systems or applications to meet business needs.
Why Choose Us?
- Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
- Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
- Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
- Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.