Associate Director, Global Access Mechanism

About This RoleThe candidate will have expert knowledge of Early/Expanded/Managed Access management principles, regulatory requirements, and vendor oversight responsibilities.  They must possess a strategic mindset, and the role will be accountable for the performance and results of multiple Global Access Mechanisms programs, development of departmental plans, including business and/or organizational priorities. They may be tasked to provide leadership to subordinate managers with decisions that are guided by resource availability and organizational objectives.  This is a high-visibility role with exposure to Biogen senior leadership given the impact these programs have on patient access to potentially life-saving medicines.  The candidate will report to the Global Head of Access Mechanisms (GAM) within the RD&M organization.What You’ll Do Initiate and set goals for assigned GAM programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization together with the PDC and regional teams. Manage cross-functional working groups and associated communications globallyOversee GAM programs from start to completion involving deadlines, milestones, processes, budget, and operations and lead the launch excellence globallyDevise evaluation strategies, metrics and KPIs to monitor performance of assigned GAM programs and determine the need for strategic continuous improvements with vendor(s) as appropriateEnsure all assigned GAM program operations and processes are aligned with GxP SOPs and minimum standards, including quality management of all vendors. Make sure appropriate processes and procedures are implemented by the vendor and documented accordinglyRecognize new process launch needs and implement new processes, recognize and manage change and improvement needs, risk management and control – including SOP and Policy creation/updatesKeep senior management informed with detailed and accurate reports and presentations on all GAM business updates and strategic initiativesWho You AreYou are very patient-centric and are comfortable working in fast-paced environment with the ability to handle multiple business critical priorities.  You love new challenges and problem solving.