Department:
104075 Global Market Access & HEOR
Location:
San Diego, USA- Remote
Be a part of a global team that is inspired to make a difference in the lives of people living with rare disease.
At Travere Therapeutics, we recognize that our exceptional employees are vital to our success. We are a dedicated team focused on meeting the unique needs of rare patients.Our work is rewarding - both professionally and personally - because we are making a difference. We are passionate about what we do.
We are seeking talented individuals who will thrive in our collaborative, diverse, fast-paced environment and share in our mission - to identify, develop and deliver life-changing therapies to people living with rare disease. We stick by our values centered on patients, courage, community, and collaboration to pursue our vision of becoming a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the delivery of innovation and hope to patients in the global rare disease community.
At Travere Therapeutics, we are in rare for life. We continue to courageously forge new paths as we move toward a common goal of elevating science and service for rare patients.
Position Summary:
The Senior Director, Metabolic Market Access Strategy & Marketing is responsible for developing and executing the U.S. market access strategy for Travere's Pegtibatinase ("PegT") program, ensuring optimal patient access, payer adoption, and commercial success throughout the product lifecycle.
In the near term, this role will serve as the market access lead for PegT launch readiness, guiding strategy as the asset advances from Phase 3 development through commercialization. The individual will partner closely with Commercial, Medical Affairs, HEOR, Legal, Finance, Government Affairs, and Market Access teams to develop evidence-based value propositions, payer engagement strategies, pricing and contracting frameworks, and market access communication resources, including the Pre-Approval Information Exchange (PIE), Payer Value Proposition (PVP) materials, and AMCP dossiers.
This leader will represent Market Access on key cross-functional governance teams, including Launch Readiness, Brand Planning, and Lifecycle Management (LCM) or Product Strategy forums, ensuring payer perspectives are integrated into strategic decision-making. Following launch, the role will continue to evolve and optimize access strategies to address the needs of payers, healthcare decision-makers, and other stakeholders while supporting long-term brand growth.
Although primarily focused on the United States, this position will also contribute to market access strategy development for select international markets as needed.
Responsibilities:
*Market Access Strategy & Planning: Lead the development and execution of comprehensive U.S. payer and reimbursement strategies to maximize patient access, product adoption, and long-term brand performance. Develop segment-specific value propositions and access strategies tailored to commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, and integrated delivery system stakeholders. Serve as the primary market access representative on launch readiness, brand planning, and lifecycle management teams.
*Launch Readiness & Commercialization: Lead market access launch planning and readiness activities to support a successful PegT commercialization in the U.S. and selected ex-U.S. markets. Establish foundational strategies across pricing, contracting, patient support services, trade and distribution, payer engagement, reimbursement, and access analytics. Partner with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate market access risks and barriers prior to launch.
*Value Proposition & Scientific Communications: Lead development of payer-focused value communications, including AMCP dossiers, value dossiers, economic models, payer presentations, and other evidence-based resources. Ensure all market access materials are scientifically rigorous, compliant, and aligned with brand strategy. Collaborate with Medical Affairs, HEOR, and Commercial teams to strengthen stakeholder perceptions of PegT's clinical, economic, and humanistic value.
*Pricing and Contracting Strategy: Lead development of launch pricing recommendations, gross-to-net strategies, and payer contracting approaches. Partner with Finance, Commercial Operations, and Market Access leadership to evaluate pricing scenarios and business implications. Monitor market dynamics and competitive trends to inform pricing and access decisions throughout the product lifecycle.
*Evidence Generation & HEOR Collaboration: Partner with HEOR and Medical Affairs to identify evidence gaps, prioritize payer-relevant research, and shape evidence-generation strategies. Guide post-hoc analyses, economic modeling, and real-world evidence initiatives that support payer decision-making. Translate clinical and economic evidence into compelling access narratives for external stakeholders.
*Payer Insights & Market Intelligence: Monitor payer policy changes, reimbursement trends, competitor strategies, and legislative developments to proactively adjust market access plans. Lead payer market research, advisory boards, and insight-generation activities to inform strategic and tactical decisions. Integrate payer insights into brand strategy, forecasting assumptions, and lifecycle planning. Leverage external data sources, such as Komodo claims, MMIT, and Policy Reporter, to proactively generate actionable insights.
*Cross-Functional Leadership & Execution: Collaborate closely with field market access, reimbursement, medical, marketing, government affairs, legal, and commercial teams to align on access objectives and execution plans. Provide strategic guidance, training, and tools that enhance payer engagement effectiveness. Support implementation and pull-through initiatives that improve access outcomes and field execution.
*Budget & Operational Management: Develop and manage market access research, consulting, and promotional budgets. Ensure effective allocation of resources to support strategic priorities and business objectives. Contribute to forecasting, planning, and financial discussions related to market access investments.
*Compliance & Governance: Support promotional review processes and ensure market access materials comply with legal, regulatory, and corporate standards. Maintain a deep understanding of evolving healthcare policy and compliance requirements relevant to payer engagement and value communications.
Education/Experience Requirements:
*Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree, MBA or MA preferred with degree concentration in marketing research, business, marketing, life sciences or other related fields. An equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience may be considered.
*12+ years' years of combined relevant work experience in market access, sales, marketing, sales operations, HEOR, payer analytics, market research or strategic brand consulting in the Biotech or Pharmaceutical industry
*5+ years with progressive leadership experience.
Additional Skills/Experience:
*The ideal candidate will embody Travere's core values: Courage, Community Spirit, Patient Focus and Teamwork
*Demonstrated experience supporting specialty, rare disease, or orphan products.
*Experience leading market access strategy for product launches.
*Deep understanding of U.S. payer, reimbursement, pricing, and contracting dynamics.
*Experience developing market access strategies for biologics, enzyme replacement therapies, or injectable specialty products.
*Familiarity with limited-distribution and specialty pharmacy channel strategies.
*Strong analytical, strategic, and financial acumen, including understanding of gross-to-net economics, P&L drivers, gross margin, COGS, and forecasting.
*Proven ability to translate complex clinical and economic evidence into compelli
