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Senior Director, Payer and Access Marketing

Employer
Annexon, Inc.
Location
San Francisco Bay Area or Remote (US)
Start date
Nov 21, 2024
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Job Details

Company: 

At Annexon Biosciences we are a biopharmaceutical company advancing a late-stage clinical platform of novel therapies for people living with devastating classical complement-mediated neuroinflammatory diseases of the body, brain, and eye. Our novel scientific approach targets upstream C1q to block the classical complement inflammatory cascade before it starts, and its therapeutic candidates are designed to provide meaningful benefits across multiple autoimmune, neurodegenerative and ophthalmic diseases. With proof-of concept data in Guillain-Barré syndrome, Huntington’s disease and geographic atrophy, we are rigorously advancing our mid-to late-stage clinical trials to bring new potential treatments to patients as quickly as possible. At Annexon, you’ll be part of a team committed to making an impact together.   

For more information on Annexon and our pipeline, check out our site Annexon Biosciences & Annexon Pipeline. We trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol ANNX and are headquartered in Brisbane, CA. 

We're seeking exceptional talent from all backgrounds to fuel our growth. At Annexon, we're building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We value unique perspectives and unconventional paths. If you're the best candidate for the job, even if you don't perfectly fit the traditional mold, we encourage you to apply. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and our company culture

Position: 

The Senior Director, Payer and Access Marketing will lead the development and implementation of strategies to ensure optimal reimbursement, access, and coverage for Annexon Biosciences' therapies. This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Market Access, Medical Affairs, and Government Affairs, to create comprehensive market access plans and execute initiatives that support both national and regional payer strategies. The role requires a deep understanding of payer landscapes, including commercial insurers, Medicare, Medicaid, and other government programs. 

Responsibilities include: 

  • Develop and implement payer marketing strategies to drive optimal market access and reimbursement across commercial and public payers. 
  • Lead efforts to create value propositions, messaging, and payer tools to support access and reimbursement for Annexon's products.  
  • Collaborate with the Market Access and Sales teams to integrate payer marketing strategies into broader launch and post-launch plans.  
  • Partner with Medical Affairs, Government Affairs, and HEOR (Health Economics and Outcomes Research) to develop clinical and economic evidence that supports payer coverage and formulary inclusion.  
  • Lead the development of payer engagement materials, including presentations, brochures, and online content, to support customer-facing field teams.  
  • Analyze and monitor payer policies, reimbursement trends, and market access barriers, identifying opportunities and risks for Annexon's portfolio.  
  • Provide strategic input into pricing and contracting strategies in alignment with market access goals.  
  • Manage relationships with external vendors and consultants to support payer marketing initiatives.  
  • Ensure compliance with relevant healthcare regulations and policies related to market access and reimbursement.  

Education, Experience, and Skills: 

Required: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Health Policy, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in biopharmaceutical market access, payer marketing, or reimbursement strategy.  
  • Strong understanding of the U.S. healthcare system, including the payer landscape, reimbursement processes, and health economics.  
  • Proven experience in developing and executing payer marketing strategies for high-cost specialty or rare disease therapies.  
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.  
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment. 

Preferred:  

  • An MBA or advanced degree preferred.
  • Experience in rare diseases, specialty therapeutics, or novel biologics.  
  • Knowledge of health policy, pricing, and reimbursement in both U.S. commercial and public markets.  

Salary Range: $225,000 to $275,000 

Location: Annexon Biosciences is located in Brisbane, California and preference is given to candidates in the San Fransisco Bay Area. This position may be on-site or remote (within the US).

Benefits: 

  • A stimulating and rewarding workplace includes flexible work schedules, remote opportunities and the ability to achieve a work-life balance.
  • Shuttle service from BART, CalTrain and the Ferry.
  • Annexon offers a competitive base salary and equity participation, employee stock purchase plan, as well as a comprehensive health benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending plans, and other benefits. 

Annexon Biosciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.  We are committed to fostering an environment where ALL people are welcome and supported. We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. Creativity and innovation flourish in an environment of openness, inclusion, and mutual respect. 

Staffing Agencies: Annexon Biosciences does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm that doesn’t have a signed agreement with Annexon Biosciences. Please do not send agency CVs/resumes through Annexon’s website or Annexon Employees.  Inquiries must be sent to talentacquisition@annexonbio.com.

Company

We’re passionate about bringing game-changing therapies to patients suffering from serious complement-mediated autoimmune, neurodegenerative and ophthalmic disorders.

CSO, Larry Mattheakis, Ph.D
CFO, Jennifer Lew

Company Ownership: Public
Stock Symbol: ANNX
Stock Exchange: NASDAQ

Company info
Website
Phone
650-822-5500
Location
1400 Sierra Point Parkway
Building C, 2nd Floor
Brisbane
California
94005
US

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