Executive Director – Market Access, Trade, GPOs, Patient Services

Job Description: • Develop, implement and continual evaluation of the Trade Distribution model to meet the needs of Protara customers and patients. • Own relationships with channel partners; leverage available data to identify trends and opportunities to improve distribution efficiencies, address risks and manage budget. • Oversee returns, adjusting transactions, new customer set-ups, credit limit requests, Trade notifications, and order reviews. • In partnership with IT, ensure quality of ex-factory sales data. • Oversee management of relationships and contracts with US Specialty Distributors. • Partner with Supply Chain to manage product dating and maintain appropriate inventory at 3PLs. • Liaise with Protara Legal team to ensure compliance to applicable laws and regulations. • Serve as a subject matter expert as a member of New Product Launch teams. • Partner with BD and Marketing to evaluate and recommend distribution strategies for new products. • Oversee Trade policies and procedures, such as orders, returns, replacements, credit/rebill requests, inventory, and chargeback processing. • Business travel by air, train, or car is required up to 50%. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree required. • Oncology/Rare Disease market experience; buy and bill product experience. • 10+ years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. • 5+ years of experience within Channel, Trade & Distribution; biotech/pharma experience. • Experience managing a distribution network, preferably including specialty distribution and specialty pharmacies. • In-depth knowledge of managed care and impact on product access. • Strong team player that has a customer service approach and is solution-oriented. • People management experience. • Attention to detail and ability to work individually, within a multi-disciplinary team, as well as with external partners and vendors. • Strong oral and written presentation skills and executive presence. • Strong vendor management skills. • Understanding and ability to create appropriate, high-quality documentation. • Advanced Microsoft Office skills with an emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint. Benefits: • Competitive Compensation & Benefits package including incentive bonus, equity compensation, matching 401(k), medical, dental, vision, commuter, and fertility benefits. • Flexible working hours/schedule. • Generous Paid Holidays and Unlimited PTO.