Head of Market Access, Tender and Contracts, Alcon, Nordics

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary:
Do you want to work for a Global company where you will be recognized for your hard work and commitment? Look no further, apply today Head of Market Access, Tender and Contracts, Nordics.

Job Purpose:
The purpose of the Head of Market Access, Tender and Contracts role, is to lead a team of Market Access and Tender specialists (6 fte), and to partner with internal and external stakeholders to improve patient access to our surgical therapies in the Nordics. The candidate will define and prioritize the Nordics market access strategy and value-based healthcare opportunities in collaboration with the Nordic surgical leadership team and the EMEA market access team. He/she will devise new partnership models suitable for the Nordic markets. He/she shall further build Alcon´s tender and contract capabilities. This role is based in Copenhagen with min. 3 days in a week spent in the office. We are open to all Nordic candidates if willing to commute/travel/relocate.

Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver market access strategy and implementation plan for the Nordics and is accountable for local delivery against agreed market access objectives.
• Responsible for the development of tools substantiating economic value to key stakeholders. Evaluate return on investment of Market Access activities
• Identify opportunities for value/performance-based engagement and funding models and align cross-functional collaboration around execution of these.
• Apply strategic leadership to define value based engagement opportunities, gain cross functional and cluster/country buy-in and partnership for implementation
• Responsible for understanding and communicating customer insights to recognize business opportunities,
• Drive the team to build and strengthen relationships and networks with decision makers, payers, economic buyers and key influencers to shape the policy environment. Gather early input on market access plans and identify opportunities for alternative engagement models.
• Hold regular advisory boards of economic stakeholders.
• Be accountable for delivering and tracking Market Access KPIs and quantifying impact for the Medical Device business
• Improve and implement the Alcon Nordic tender and contract process.
• Ensure the continuous professional as well as personal development of the associates in your team.

About Alcon:
Alcon is the global leader in eye care. As a division of Novartis, we offer a broad portfolio of products to enhance sight and improve people's lives. Our products touch the lives of more than 260 million people each year living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases and refractive errors, and there are millions more who are waiting for solutions to meet their eye care needs. Our purpose is reimagining eye care, and we do this through innovative products, partnerships with eye care professionals and programs that enhance access to quality eye care.

In the Nordic Region, Alcon is present in Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. Throughout our region around 160 associates work hard every day to provide innovative products that enhance quality of life by helping people see better. We have joined Marketing, Customer Service, Logistic, Regulatory Affairs, QA, HR and Finance at our head office at Ørestad in Copenhagen (Denmark). In order to serve our customers in the best possible way, all Alcon Sales and Technical Services are placed in each of the Nordic countries. Learn more at www.alcon.com.

Our Purpose is Reimagining Eye Care.
Our Vision is to be the trusted leader in eye care.
Our Mission is to discover new ways to enhance sight and improve people’s lives.

Benefits of Working for Alcon:
• A Competitive Salary package with fixed salary, bonus, pension and health insurance
• An informal work environment with competent and committed colleagues. We enjoy working together in a good and respectful manner, and we celebrate our common successes
• At Alcon, we encourage personal and professional development and the opportunity to make a career internally at Alcon, Sandoz or Novartis.

‘I came for the job, I stay for the culture’
Position Title

Head of Market Access, Tender and Contracts, Alcon, Nordics

Desired profile

Minimum requirements

The ideal candidate will have:
• BA and possibly Master level in a health economics, public health or related field, advanced degree in related subject is preferred
• At least 3 years of People management experience
• Fluent verbal and written Nordic languages and English communication skills
• Extensive (>5 years) experience in Market Access or related roles
• Experience in cross-country management in a multicultural environment
• Medical Devices experience is preferred
• Collaborative mind-set and demonstrated ability to drive collaboration and advocacy for market access.
• Superior business acumen and strategic thinking, strategic planning and multi stakeholder management.
• Proven ability to develop diverse markets in a multi-country set-up
• Strong analytical skills and ability to train and educate internal stakeholders on economic value considerations, value based engagement and negotiations
• Well-developed understanding of funding flows and reimbursement across Nordic markets
• Proven ability to develop trust-based relationships with government officials, regulators, and other key stakeholders.

We are looking for a positive and energetic person who is ready for new challenges and eager to learn - someone who is motivated by making a difference and has a curious and open mindset.

Alcon is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons.

We kindly ask you to apply with an English version of your CV and if shortlisted you can expect a call from an international number.
Job Type

Full Time
Country

Denmark
Work Location

Copenhagen
Functional Area

BD&L & Strategic Planning
Division

ALCON
Business Unit

COMMERCIAL EMEA AL
Employment Type

Regular
Company/Legal Entity

ALCON DNK