Job Description

Market Access Manager - AstraZeneca India
About AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and commercializing prescription medicines for some of the world's most serious diseases. Beyond being a leading pharmaceutical company, we are on a mission to bring life-saving medicines to patients worldwide. Our commitment to reducing mortality rates globally is clear - we shape the future by identifying scientifically-led commercial opportunities and acting swiftly to operationalize and scale them.
Business Area
In Asia, AstraZeneca operates in some of the most dynamic growth markets, including India, Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and South Korea. With over 3,000 employees in the region, we thrive in an ever evolving and complex healthcare landscape. Our entrepreneurial mindset enables us to stay at the forefront of bringing innovative medicines to millions of patients. By fostering diverse perspectives and local ownership, we aim to shape a new future for AstraZeneca, our markets, and our patients. We aspire to be a leader in the industry by co-developing healthcare ecosystems in collaboration with stakeholders to improve patient experience, outcomes, and quality of life.
Role Overview
As a Market Access Manager, you will drive market access strategies to secure reimbursement and enhance affordability across multiple channels. Your role will involve engaging diverse stakeholders, including government agencies--to advocate for healthcare pricing, access policies, and expansion solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Market Access

• Develop & execute market access strategies for assigned brands to maximize patient access, affordability, and business impact.
• Lead pricing discussions and collaborate cross-functionally to align pricing strategies with brand positioning and value propositions.
• Analyze and monitor healthcare regulations and industry trends to identify opportunities and overcome access barriers.
• Maximize market access opportunities through strategic business partnerships, including collaborations with private insurers, NGOs, banks, financial institutions, and healthcare partners to enhance financial solutions for drug access.
• Evaluate new opportunities, providing insights and feasibility assessments for pricing and reimbursement of pipeline products.

External Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, including government bodies and advocacy groups, to influence healthcare access policies and expand access to AstraZeneca's innovative medicines.
• Develop and execute stakeholder engagement strategies to foster partnerships and accelerate reimbursement decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (CFTs) to effectively deliver the value proposition to key stakeholders, ensuring timely follow-ups and monitoring plans.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 8+ years of overall experience, with 3-4 years in Market Access and Reimbursement business corporate roles.
• Deep understanding of India's market access landscape, including regulatory policies, payer dynamics, and healthcare stakeholders.
• Strong relationships with key external stakeholders (government agencies, payers, policymakers, and healthcare institutions).
• Proven track record in securing reimbursement approvals, expanding access, and developing successful financial solutions.
• Strategic agility with extensive knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and commercialization process.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and negotiation skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional matrix teams.

Why AstraZeneca?
Join AstraZeneca and be part of a science-driven, patient-first organization committed to transforming healthcare. Work in an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment, where you can drive meaningful impact and shape the future of healthcare access in India.
Date Posted 23-Sept-2025
Closing Date 29-Sept-2025
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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