Director Government Programs

Seagen is a global, multi-product biotechnology company dedicated to developing and commercializing transformative cancer medicines. As the industry leader in antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) technology, we pioneered a new generation in the science of harnessing antibodies to deliver cell-killing agents directly to cancer cells. Seagen’s dedication to improving the lives of cancer patients goes beyond science, and we believe that every employee has a role in contributing to this mission. By working together with a shared dedication and diverse perspectives, we are able to reach our full potential and make a real difference in the world. Seagen is a fast-growing company and has an abundance of opportunities available for you to grow your career. Put your passion to work at Seagen and join us! 

Summary: 

In the context of a rapidly evolving payer environment, Seagen Inc is an emerging multi-product global oncology company.  With a strong commitment to demonstrate product value to the healthcare system, we are building a sophisticated reimbursement and pricing capability to support optimal market access. The Global Value Access (GVA) function is committed to excellence across all capabilities to position Seagen Inc for continued success. 

The Director, US Pricing and Analytics is accountable for establishing and leading the company’s US pricing operations and analytics team. In the current political climate with evolving State and Federal price legislation and contracting complexities, the Director will lead the US Pricing and Analytics team and execute Government mandated and commercial contracting, mandated and commercial rebate processing, state price reporting, and pricing operations and analytics functions. 

The Director, Pricing and Analytics, will report to the Senior Director, US Market Access, and Pricing.  
 
 

Responsibilities:  

• Lead commercial contract operations to include:
  • Rebate processing
  • Administrative fee validations
  • Existing and new contract reviews 

• Execute pricing operations to support strategic pricing decisions 
• Produce accurate and complete analysis in mandated and commercial segments to support pricing strategies 
• Lead team to execute mandated pricing strategies to include:
  • 340B program compliance
  • Medicaid, MediGap, Tricare, VA rebate strategies 
• Serve as the internal subject matter expert regarding all aspects of the mandated programs and processes 
• Lead state pricing transparency reporting compliance in collaboration with legal 
• Inform GVA and Pricing Committee program updates and potential business and/or pricing implications on a regular basis 
• Collaborate with commercial finance to inform forecast trends, accruals, and actuals 
• Partner with finance teams to ensure timely rebate payments and supporting analytics 
• Act as an enthusiastic, positive change agent, and creates consensus for new ideas and initiatives to ensure their development, implementation, and maximum positive effect on business performance 
• Provide accurate proactive and reactive reporting, analytics and insights to the business that informs key stakeholders and pricing team 
• Develop documentation and formalization of policies and SOPs 
• Select and manage all vendors/agencies successfully and effectively 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred 
• 10 years of relevant industry experience 
• 4 years of government programs, account management, managed markets experience (preferred) 
• In-depth understanding of required government rebate programs (340B, Medicaid, Medicare Part D) 
• Skilled at resolving conflicts and facilitating positive change to ensure fulfillment of commercial objectives. Adept at negotiating to meet or exceed business objectives 
• Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding results and/or other quantitative targets, as well as qualitative goals 
• Strong technical knowledge including ability to work in Excel, Word and PowerPoint and other like resources necessary to complete job duties 
• Excellent communication, written and verbal skills up, down and across the organization 
• Excellent analytical capabilities for business presentations and quarterly business reviews 
• Willingness to embrace new challenges in a rapidly changing healthcare environment 
• Ability to build and maintain productive professional relationships with a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders, including effectively navigating sensitive conversations as necessary 
• 25% business travel will be required 

As the leading employer in our industry in the Pacific Northwest, Seagen is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the whole lives of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, group and supplemental life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and much more. To learn more about Seagen, please visit www.seagen.com.  

Seagen is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.  

To prevent the spread of COVID-19, and as an integral part of its public health and safety measures, Seagen requires that all newly-hired employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before commencing employment, subject to reasonable accommodation and other requirements of applicable federal, state, and local law. 

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