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Ardelyx, Inc. · 1 day ago

Senior Director, Field Access Strategy and Operations

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

$268K/yr - $307K/yr

12+ years exp

Ardelyx, Inc. is a publicly traded commercial biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative medicines. The Senior Director, Field Access Strategy and Operations will lead the development and execution of access and reimbursement strategies within the U.S. healthcare landscape, ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration across teams.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedical

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Build, lead, and coach a high-performing team of access and reimbursement Directors (first line leaders), fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Provide coaching and educational opportunities so that the Ardelyx ARM team is viewed as subject matter experts for all field-related access and reimbursement topics

Ensure all team activities strictly comply with all regulatory, legal, and compliance standards, including HIPAA and OIG guidelines

Lead the development of comprehensive access and reimbursement strategies and tactics for the ARM team while acting as a trusted advisor to other commercial functions for all access and reimbursement matters

Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure team effectiveness and operations, adjusting plans as needed to optimize results

Monitor, analyze, and anticipate changes in healthcare policy, reimbursement regulations, and market trends, developing proactive strategies to help customers navigate these changes effectively

Partner with internal stakeholders, including Marketing, Sales, Medical Affairs, Legal, and Finance, to ensure alignment of access and reimbursement strategies with overall business objectives

Lead the operational components of the Access and Reimbursement team including CRM, Specialty Pharmacy data integration, and integration with the hub

Harmonize ARM team goals, key performance measures, hub data, and SP trends to enhance ARM pull through and identify opportunities for enhanced ARM coaching

Define budget requirements, manage vendor relationships and contracts, and ensure all activities comply with legal, regulatory, and corporate compliance standards

Qualification

AccessReimbursementU.S. healthcare systemLeadership experienceAnalytical skillsVendor managementFinancial acumenCross-functional team leadershipCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree

12+ years of progressive experience in access and reimbursement, patient services, market access, or related functions within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device industry, or equivalent experience

5+ years in a managerial or leadership role

Deep understanding of the U.S. healthcare system, including commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid payer landscapes, coverage, coding (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS), payment methodologies, and the 'buy and bill' process

Proven ability to develop and execute national and regional access strategies

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial acumen skills

Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and managing external vendors/agencies

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities

Valid driver's license required

Ability to travel domestically as required (approx. 30-50%)

Preferred

advanced degree preferred

Benefits

401(k) plan with generous employer match

12 weeks of paid parental leave

Up to 12 weeks of living organ and bone marrow leave

Equity incentive plans

Health plans (medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision)

Life insurance and disability

Flexible time off

Annual Winter Holiday shut down

At least 11 paid holidays

Company

Ardelyx, Inc.

Ardelyx was founded with a mission to discover, develop and commercialize innovative, first-in-class medicines that meet significant unmet medical needs.

Founded in 2007

Fremont, California, USA

201-500 employees