Sanofi

Associate Director, Market Access Contracting

Sanofi$148K — $214K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA desirable
  • 5+ years experience in US pharmaceutical industry focusing on contracting and pricing
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent negotiation and external influence capabilities
  • Proven ability to manage a matrix team
  • High level of interpersonal and collaboration skills
  • Demonstrated understanding of market trends and opportunities in the Sanofi portfolio

Responsibilities

  • Negotiate and manage market access contracts across various channels
  • Ensure timely review and execution of contract documents
  • Communicate contract status to internal stakeholders
  • Implement brand strategies through effective contracts
  • Collaborate with internal teams to achieve contracting objectives
  • Mentor team members on onboarding and project delivery
  • Identify contracting risks and provide actionable solutions

Benefits

  • Supportive team environment focused on scientific progress
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
  • Comprehensive rewards package recognizing employee contributions
  • Robust health and wellness benefits, including high-quality healthcare
  • Generous parental leave policy of at least 14 weeks
Full Job Description

Job Title: Associate Director Market Access Contracting

  • Location: Morristown, NJ

About the Job

The Associate Director, Market Access Contracting reports to the Sr. Director, Market Access Contracting. This individual will negotiate and manage market access contracts across Sanofi's purchase and distribution channel markets – including Specialty Pharmacies, Institutional GPO’s, Oncology GPO’s, Hospitals, IDN’s, Physicians, Retailers, Wholesalers, and more.  This individual will provide support on all new agreements, language negotiations, contract renewals and serve as the contracting subject matter expert while ensuring alignment with internal cross-functional stakeholders.  As an integral member of the Market Access Contracting team, this position acts as a strategic advisor and collaborates extensively with Trade and Channel Management, Specialty Care Market Access Strategy, Market Access Legal, and other commercial teams.  This role significantly contributes to successful product launches and ongoing commercial success across Sanofi's portfolio.

Main Responsibilities:

Contract Management

  • Ensure timely review, development, and implementation of contract proposals

  • Manage the timely development, negotiation and execution of all contract documents, in partnership with Trade Channel Management, Specialty Care Market Access Strategy, Market Access Legal, and Specialty Pharmacies/Customers

  • Oversee/maintain the tracking of all contract document activity and touch points from inception through final execution 

  • Communicate contract status and key information to internal stakeholders, as requested.  Serve as an advisor, delivering insights to help drive strategic contracting decisions.

  • Implement and execute brand strategies and operational efficiencies through contracts

Strategic Support & Implementation

  • Work closely with the Senior Director, Market Access Contracting to achieve contracting objectives for Sanofi's product portfolio

  • Represent Market Access Contracting to internal and external stakeholders across therapeutic areas

  • Support and mentor team members through onboarding, professional development, and project delivery

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Trade Channel Management and Specialty Care Market Access Strategy to develop and execute contract strategy for current and launch products

  • Work with Trade Channel Management, Specialty Care Market Access Strategy, and Market Access Legal to assess contract risks and benefits 

  • Partner with Contract Operations to ensure proper system set-up of pricing terms and payments

  • Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership and field teams, identifying key contracting questions and delivering actionable solutions to ensure success of contracting

  • Maintain effective communications with cross-functional teams

  • Communicate opportunities, challenges, and timelines with internal partners

Contract Intelligence & Analysis

  • Contribute to the development and evaluation of contract management process improvements including through automation and AI

  • Provide insights on significant contracting/market issues

  • Stay current on industry trends impacting contracting

About You

Professional Skills and Competencies:

  • Bachelor's degree required, MBA desirable

  • 5+ years of experience in the US pharmaceutical industry, with emphasis on contracting, pricing, or other areas of market access

  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

  • External influence and negotiation skills

  • Demonstrated ability to influence a matrix team

  • High level of business maturity, interpersonal and collaborative skills

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

  • Ability to work cross-functionally, produce high quality work and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

  • Demonstrated understanding of market, trends, and opportunities in the Sanofi portfolio

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.

The salary range for this position is:

$148,500.00 - $214,500.00

All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the .

About Sanofi

Sanofi is a global pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs and vaccines. The company operates in over 170 countries and has a diverse portfolio of products that includes treatments for diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and rare diseases. Sanofi is committed to improving global health and has a strong focus on innovation and sustainability. The company has received numerous awards for its research and development efforts and is recognized as a leader in the pharmaceutical industry.
Learn more about Sanofi
Market Cap
$121.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$12.3 billion
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$37.3 billion
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