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Head of Access Excellence

Shanghai, China

Shanghai, China| Beijing, China

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  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Job Level: Senior
  • Travel: Minimal (if any)

Takeda has been translating science into breakthrough medicines for 240 years. Every step of the way, our teams have worked together to tackle some of the most challenging problems in drug discovery and development. Today, we’re a driving force behind innovative therapies that make a lasting difference to millions of patients around the world.

In R&D, all of our history and potential comes together in an environment that welcomes diversity of thought and amplifies every voice. Working closely with colleagues, you’ll play a key role in bringing our rich pipeline of products forward to help patients. Come join a team that’s earned trust for more than two centuries, and find out how advancing transformative therapies at Takeda will shape your bright future.

Job ID R0156790 Date posted 06/30/2025 Location Shanghai, China

Shanghai, China| Beijing, China

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Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Develop and implement market access strategies with a deep understanding of pricing and reimbursement landscapes
* Engage effectively with external stakeholders, including payers and health technology assessors, to communicate product value
* Lead multiple teams of directors, senior managers, and managers to achieve strategic objectives
* Collaborate with Health Economics to design and implement pricing strategies that reflect the value of medical products
* Apply knowledge of health technology assessment to enhance market strategy effectiveness
* Communicate strategically with various stakeholders to ensure product value is recognized and understood
* Conduct health outcomes research to support market access decisions
Qualifications & Skills:
* Develops and implements market access strategies with a deep understanding of pricing and reimbursement landscapes
* Engages effectively with external stakeholders, including payers and health technology assessors, to communicate product value
* Leads diverse teams, providing direction and support to achieve strategic objectives
* Collaborates with Health Economics to design and implement pricing strategies that reflect the value of medical products
* Applies knowledge of health technology assessment to enhance market strategy effectiveness
* Communicates strategically with various stakeholders to ensure product value is recognized and understood
* Utilizes leadership skills to manage and guide teams across different geographical locations
* Works collaboratively within teams to integrate various aspects of market access strategies
* Conducts health outcomes research to support market access decisions
* Applies biotechnology and medical device knowledge to enhance market strategy
* Develops business strategies that align with company goals and market needs

Locations

Shanghai, ChinaBeijing, China

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time
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During my 20-year journey here, I’ve been fully supported by my colleagues, and I can’t say enough about our rich internal talent and the long-standing values that drive our decisions as we work to develop important medicines for the patients we serve.

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