Senior Director, US Provider Access Strategy & Marketing

Senior Director, US Provider Access Strategy & Marketing

Job Description

We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet.

Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Partner with USMA LT, US Patient Access & Marketing Team, and other cross-functional colleagues to develop the US Market Access strategy and tactical plan

Oversee development of strategies, tactics, and resources to enable the expansion of Kite's ATC network into the community oncology setting in line with national and local strategies and needs

Oversee development of strategies, tactics, and resources to enable and optimize ATC onboarding and success, partnering closely with the sales organization to ensure smooth handoffs and overall customer experience

Develop and chair Kite's US ATC Network Optimization, Expansion and Onboarding Committee in partnership with the EDs of Customer Engagement, US Medical Affairs, US Quality, and GACO

Provider Access Marketing

Oversee development of all provider-facing market access resources, including training material, onboarding content, etc.

Oversee development of all provider-facing ATC expansion tools, initiatives, and resources, including PRC submission and pull-through

Launch Readiness & Strategic Partnerships

Partner closely with Arcellx and the Kite Multiple Myeloma launch team to prepare the provider marketplace for the launch of anti-CAR-T cell therapy; direct and oversee all provider-facing access strategy, contracting, and relevant discussions with assigned accounts and customers

Provide a provider POV for all relevant US Business Development discussions as needed / required

Work closely with peers in US Payer Strategy, Government Affairs, and Global CAR-T Vision (FACT, etc.) to ensure strategic consistency across Kite; support all key coalitions and industry partners in provider-facing efforts

Insights & Analytics

Responsible for aggregate provider learnings, insights, relevant patient journey work, and associated intelligence to inform business strategy; provide support and direction to the US Market Access Commercial Insights Analytics & Operations partner team

Oversee cost of care resources and data, and relevant analytical exercises to support provider negotiations and education

External Engagement & Thought Leadership

Serve as a thought leader and internal consultant on provider trends, health system transformation, and care delivery innovation

Represent Kite in industry coalitions, provider forums, and policy-shaping initiatives related to CAR-T access and provider economics

Leverage relationships with stakeholders across national provider settings and within the broader ecosystem to educate and advocate for CAR-T

Compliance & Budget Oversight

Understand complex CAR-T reimbursement and treatment landscape, ensuring all activities comply with legal & policy standards & coordinate provider educational discussions

Oversee and maintain accountability for all US Provider Access Strategy & Marketing budgets and ensure budget neutrality

Leadership & Representation

Be a key member of the USMA LT and represent the team with dignity, class, and outstanding partnership in all settings both inside and outside of Kite

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

Advanced scientific degree (MD, PharmD, PhD) and 10+ years of experience OR

Master’s Degree and 12+ years of experience OR

Bachelor’s Degree and 14+ years of experience

Preferred Qualifications

10+ years of pharmaceutical or biotech experience in market access, pricing, policy, and / or relevant commercial roles

Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence decision making, strategy, and execution across partners and functions

Demonstrated high levels of emotional intelligence, situational awareness, ability to build and influence positive culture across teams

Deep strategic experience leading change-based initiatives, home office functional teams, and / or marketing & strategy projects

Deep understanding of the reimbursement landscape for CAR-T and the unique aspects of single case agreements, network requirements, etc.

Experience developing processes that accommodate the operational differences between hospital systems and community centers

Strong leadership skills, proven ability to execute additional roles beyond core responsibilities

Strong understanding of US cell therapy coverage and reimbursement and demonstrated ability to successfully address customer questions

Understanding of healthcare regulations, pricing protections, and legal compliance

Robust project management skills, ability to multi-task and prioritize clear deliverables across multiple customers in tight timelines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Salary information and benefits : The salary range for this position is $237,575.00 - $307,450.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives, paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. For more information, visit the Kite careers site.

Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies. The company is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information, please visit kitepharma.com.

Equal Opportunity

Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available on request.

Other

Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday. Job Requisition ID R . Full Time. Job Level : Director. This description is for Kite, a Gilead company.

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