Regional Market Access Manager, META

About the Position

Established in 1836, Acino, part of Arcera, is a pharmaceutical company headquartered in Zurich, with a clear focus on selected markets in the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, as well as Ukraine and Eurasian countries. With over 3,000 people across 90 countries, we deliver quality pharmaceuticals to promote affordable healthcare in these emerging markets. We also leverage our high-quality pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities and network to supply leading companies through contract manufacturing and out-licensing.

We are currently seeking a Regional Market Access Manager, META to join our team in UAE or KSA. This role will report directly to the Regional Commercial Director, META and is pivotal in enabling commercial success by shaping external environments, driving access excellence, and aligning pricing, reimbursement, and policy initiatives with Arcera’s growth and innovation agenda.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional market access strategies for current and pipeline products.
• Ensure alignment with Arcera’s portfolio strategy, launch plans, and commercial goals.
• Drive access readiness and reimbursement pathways for upcoming launches.
• Shape pricing strategies and governance in collaboration with Global Market Access and country teams.
• Support country teams in P&R submissions, pricing negotiations, and value communication.
• Lead regional pricing projects, including reference pricing, tender analysis, and HTA readiness.
• Build strong relationships with payers, policy makers, and health authorities across the region.
• Influence policy evolution and reimbursement frameworks to support innovation and access.
• Represent Arcera in key external forums and associations to shape healthcare access dialogues.
• Partner with commercial, medical, regulatory, and government affairs to align on access priorities.
• Support access capability development of local teams through training, tools, and best practices.
• Contribute to cross-functional business planning and regional strategic initiatives.
• Lead the development of regional value dossiers, economic models, and pricing tools.
• Utilize real-world evidence and health economics to support access and policy arguments.
• Monitor access KPIs and continuously optimize strategies based on market insights.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Health Economics, or Public Health; Master’s preferred
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in market access or health economics within the pharmaceutical industry
• Experience across multiple META markets and therapeutic areas (including primary care and specialty)
• Proven track record in securing access and reimbursement for innovative products
• Understanding of regional policy, pricing regulations, and healthcare systems
• Strong expertise in market access, pricing, and reimbursement frameworks
• Deep understanding of health policy, HTA processes, and payer decision-making
• Strategic thinking with ability to balance global direction and local execution
• Cross-functional leadership and stakeholder engagement
• Experience with economic modeling, health outcomes, and value communication
• Proficiency in data analysis and translating insights into actionable strategies
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication and influencing skills

We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and rapidly growing environment
• Be part of a company that is challenging the status quo in the pharmaceutical industry
• Contribute to providing access to medicines to those in need

About the Company

At Acino, we push the boundaries to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical products that improve patients’ lives. Driven by our collective purpose to provide access to medicines to those in need, our strength lies in our unique expertise and presence in emerging and high-growth markets. We are proud to be challenging the status quo in the pharmaceutical industry, always looking ahead to the future with an open mind.

Join Acino, a dynamic and rapidly growing environment where your contributions can make a real difference.

Acino is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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