Senior Director, Payer National Accounts

SENIOR DIRECTOR, PAYER NATIONAL ACCOUNTS

Day One Biopharmaceuticals is an emerging, mission-driven, drug development company intentionally designed to identify, clinically evaluate, and successfully commercialize novel treatments for pediatric oncology patients, and ultimately to expand those benefits to patients of all ages. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.dayonebio.com.  

POSITION SUMMARY:   

The Senior Director, Payer National Accounts is responsible for developing and executing the strategic payer plan to secure appropriate market access for Day One’s first commercialized product in pLGG (pediatric low grade glioma) as well as future portfolio launches. As a member of the Market Access leadership team, this person is responsible for the development and implementation of long-term strategies for national payers, selected regional payers, state Medicaid, and PBMs to ensure formulary coverage and meaningful access of Day One’s products for appropriate patients. 

This position has the potential to be fully remote. Occasional travel will be required for in person meetings. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Develop and execute access strategies for tovarafenib and future assets and manage all aspects of relationships with assigned accounts
• Responsible for maintaining relationships with specific payers on behalf of DOB to discuss all of Day One portfolio products and ensure appropriate access for eligible patients following approval
• Responsible for the development of the account plan and the overall account strategy to include all internal and external stakeholders while working collaboratively to match customer’s needs and launch priorities
• Organize and oversee key customer meetings by mobilizing teams across Market Access, Medical Affairs and the Executive Leadership teams.
• Provide strategic inputs and customer insights to shape the launch strategies and the development of payer and reimbursement materials
• Lead payer related account activities with cross-functional teams and key internal stakeholders to ensure Access strategies are implemented and tracking to established timelines, objectives and goals 

QUALIFICATIONS  

• Desire to be part of a highly innovative company aimed at transforming the lives of children
• B.S. degree, with minimum 10+ years’ biotech payer account management experience  
• Oncology or rare disease launch experience is preferred  
• Experience with an emerging commercial company is valued
• Deep understanding of US payer trends and have established executive relationships with national commercial and Medicare payers, PBMs, Medicaid, and state government affairs
• Ability to proactively analyze business problems, identify key issues, develop solutions, implement compliant tactical programs, and design metrics to measure business impact 
• Strong communication and leadership skills and the ability to influence across stakeholders to set direction, align work efforts, and ensure outstanding execution
• Ability to take initiative and act independently exercising strong business judgement within the scope of the role 
• Ability to travel 50% or more pending business needs  

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. 

INTERVIEW INTEGRITY 

At Day One, we expect each candidate to engage authentically, representing their true qualifications and experiences. As part of our screening process, we will conduct several interviews and background verification. This ensures candidates have the skills they claim and align with our values. We are excited to learn more about you and to create a genuine experience for everyone. 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS 

The salary range for this position is $250,000 - $265,000. Day One considers a range of factors when determining base compensation. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. 

DISCLAIMER 

Day One Biopharmaceuticals is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

Employment is conditioned upon full vaccination from the COVID-19 virus, including submission of documented proof thereof, as of the start date.  Day One Biopharmaceuticals will comply with applicable law regarding the reasonable accommodation of individuals who are not vaccinated because of a disability and/or a sincerely held religious belief. 

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any applicant work visas at this time. 

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Day One Biopharmaceuticals does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Day One Biopharmaceuticals or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by Day One Biopharmaceutical’s internal HR team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Day One Biopharmaceuticals, and Day One Biopharmaceuticals will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.