ph3Overview /h3 pbCluster VA Director /b /p pat Kyowa Kirin International plc /p pMilan - Italy /p pbWE PUSH THE BOUNDARIES OF MEDICINE. /b /p pbLEAPING FORWARD TO MAKE PEOPLE SMILE /b /p pAt Kyowa Kirin International (KKI), our purpose is to make people smile. This means more than drug discovery and development; it is about embedding care into everything we do to make a difference every day for those that need it most. We’re an inclusive pharmaceutical company that takes time to understand what really matters to our patients, their families, and their healthcare professionals, helping our people to take bold actions that deliver life‑changing solutions sooner. Our culture is rooted in our values: Teamwork, Commitment to Life, Innovation, and Integrity. They help us to push boundaries to deliver extraordinary impact and make KKI a brilliant place to work. /p pbJob Purpose /b /p pAs Cluster Value Access Director – Southern Cluster, you will be at the forefront of improving patient access to Kyowa Kirin’s innovative medicines. In this highly visible leadership role, you will develop and execute market access, pricing, and payer engagement strategies that support both current and future products. /p pPartnering with local, regional, and global teams, you will translate insights into impactful value propositions, lead HTA and reimbursement activities, and shape access strategies that deliver sustainable value for patients, healthcare systems, and Kyowa Kirin. This is an exciting opportunity to influence key access decisions and drive commercial success across the Southern Cluster. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 pbKey Responsibilities: /b /p ul liShape and deliver pricing, reimbursement,



and market access strategies across the Southern Cluster (Italy, Spain, Portugal), driving optimal patient access and commercial success. /li liDevelop compelling value propositions, HTA submissions, value dossiers, and HEOR materials to support reimbursement and pricing objectives. /li liPartner with affiliate, regional, and global teams to anticipate market access challenges and translate insights into actionable strategies. /li liLead payer engagement initiatives and innovative access solutions that maximize product value and reimbursement opportunities. /li liMonitor healthcare policies, market dynamics, and pricing trends to identify opportunities and risks across the portfolio. /li liCollaborate cross‑functionally with Regulatory, Medical, Clinical, and Commercial teams to ensure evidence generation meets payer needs. /li liServe as the subject matter expert for Value Access and Health Economics Outcomes Research (HEOR), providing strategic guidance across the organization. /li liSupport pipeline planning by assessing future market access requirements and influencing global development strategies. /li liLead and contribute to strategic market access projects while promoting Kyowa Kirin’s values and reputation internally and externally.



/li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 pbPosition Requirements /b /p ul liAdvanced degree in Health Sciences, Economics, Pharmacy, Medicine, or a related field (PhD and/or postgraduate qualifications in Market Access, HEOR, or Business preferred). /li liSignificant experience in pharmaceutical Market Access, Pricing Reimbursement, Government Affairs, or HEOR, with a strong track record of successful access outcomes. /li liDeep understanding of reimbursement systems, health economics, pricing strategies, and payer decision‑making. /li liProven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive cross‑functional collaboration in complex environments. /li liStrong commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and project leadership skills. /li liExperience developing HEOR evidence and supporting market access submissions. /li liFluent in English and the local cluster language; additional languages are an advantage. /li liExisting network within healthcare authorities and payer organizations is highly desirable. /li /ul h3Key Competencies /h3 pStrategic and commercially minded /p pStrong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills /p pHighly analytical with excellent problem‑solving abilities /p pInfluential relationship builder across internal and external stakeholders /p pSelf‑motivated, proactive, and results‑driven /p pInnovative thinker with a patient‑focused mindset /p pComfortable working independently and in cross‑functional teams /p pStrong project and budget management capabilities /p pEmbodies Kyowa Kirin's values of bCommitment to Life, Teamwork, Innovation, and Integrity /b. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Cluster V&A Director (Milano)
🏢 Kyowa Kirin International
📍 Milano