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Job ID : 1529166 Date Updated : March 26th, 2025
Drive Market Access Innovation in Japan

Associate Director, Market Access - Japan (Life Sciences)

Location Tokyo - 23 Wards
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 12 million yen ~ 15 million yen

Work Style

Flex Time

Job Description

This role is responsible for driving local market access strategies in Japan, ensuring optimal reimbursement and pricing for new product launches, particularly in the areas of oncology and infectious diseases. You will collaborate with both local and global teams to align strategies and influence key stakeholders.

Client Details

The client is a global leader in the healthcare sector, with a strong portfolio of products across medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and diagnostics. They are committed to improving patient outcomes and continuously innovating in market access and reimbursement strategies.

Description

  • Lead local market access strategies to ensure the best reimbursement and pricing for new products.
  • Collaborate with global and local cross-functional teams to develop pricing strategies.
  • Work with commercial teams to translate market insights into payer value propositions.
  • Lead engagement projects with payers, focusing on evidence generation and strategic messaging.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders such as government authorities and healthcare providers.
  • Support the development of business cases and simulations for marketing strategies.
  • Oversee the ongoing development of the value proposition in response to evolving market trends and regulations.

Job Offer

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To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Sara Loh on +813 6832 8915.

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level Over 6 years
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Fluent
Minimum Japanese Level Fluent
Minimum Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Visa Status Permission to work in Japan required

Required Skills

  • 8-10 years of relevant experience in market access, pricing, and reimbursement within the medical device or pharmaceutical industries.
  • Experience working with oncology and infectious disease products is a plus.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and project management skills.
  • Japanese speaker (native) with fluent English.
  • Experience in managing cross-functional teams and stakeholder engagement.

Job Location

  • Tokyo - 23 Wards

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 12 million yen ~ 15 million yen
Salary Bonuses Bonuses included in indicated salary.
Industry Pharmaceutical

Job Category

  • Sales > Sales Planning
  • Marketing and Product Development > Sales Promotion, Marketing Planning
  • Marketing and Product Development > Product Planning and Development

Company Details

Company Type Small/Medium Company (300 employees or less) - International Company