Novartis

Job Description Summary

LI-Hybrid

Location: Panamá City, Panamá

Step into a pivotal leadership role where your strategic vision will shape how patients across the Andean, Central America and Caribbean region access life-changing treatments. As the Value and Access Head, you’ll drive innovation and equity in healthcare by designing bold access strategies that unlock the full potential of Novartis’ diverse portfolio. This is your opportunity to influence national healthcare systems, forge impactful partnerships, and accelerate the delivery of breakthrough therapies to those who need them most. Join a passionate team committed to reimagining medicine—and make a measurable difference in patients’ lives every day.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of innovative patient access strategies across Novartis’ portfolio in the Andean, Central America and Caribbean region.
• Identify and act on opportunities within public and private access environments.
• Shape strategic direction across core therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and gene therapies.
• Build integrated strategies using market research, evidence planning, and competitive analysis.
• Accelerate patient access to innovation through ecosystem partnerships and timely execution.
• Design advanced models to optimize account management and resource allocation.
• Drive commercial excellence through forecasting, planning, and performance analysis.
• Co-lead the commercial committee and influence strategic business decisions.
• Strengthen Novartis’ market position through stakeholder engagement and negotiation.
• Continuously enhance access capabilities to maintain competitive advantage in a dynamic market.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of proven leadership experience, including at least 8 years leading other leaders.
• Strong understanding of key market access stakeholders, including payers, government bodies, and associations.
• Demonstrated success in large-scale sales management and strategic marketing roles.
• Proven ability to navigate the evolving dynamics of the pharmaceutical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of pricing, reimbursement, and listing processes.
• Expertise in both government and private payer reimbursement systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of healthcare systems across the Andean, Central America and Caribbean region and their regulatory landscapes.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish, with excellent communication skills.

Skills Desired

Access And Reimbursement Strategy, Access And Reimbursement Strategy, Agility, Analytical Skill, Analytical Thinking, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer-Centric Mindset, Employee Development, Finance, Go-To-Market Strategy, Healthcare Sector Understanding, Health Economics, Health Policy, Health Technology Assessment (HTA), Influencing Skills, Innovation, Inspirational Leadership, Lcm Strategy, Market Access Strategy, Negotiation Skills, People Management, Pricing Strategy, Process Management, Product Launches, Public Affairs {+ 7 more}