Head of HEOR Nordics

Passion for Innovation. Compassion for Patients

At Daiichi Sankyo, you will join a purpose-driven company where scientific excellence meets genuine care for patients. With over 19,000 employees in more than 20 countries, Daiichi Sankyo is dedicated to delivering innovative medicines and shaping the future of healthcare.

The Nordic headquarter is based in Copenhagen. Here, you will be part of an open and inclusive culture, a team that values collaboration, accountability and trust, with a strong focus on growth and development.

The Opportunity

As the Head of HEOR Nordics, you will be responsible for strategy building and development of health economic evidence, outcomes research and reimbursement submissions for products in the company's oncology portfolio. You will collaborate closely with a team of market access and HEOR professionals in Daiichi Sankyo and its alliance companies, to demonstrate payer value and ensure patient access.

Daiichi Sankyo's Nordic organization is growing and the Head of HEOR Nordics will be a key contributor to crafting a skilled, agile, innovative and cross functional organization with robust insights to market dynamics and a strong understanding of customer needs. The role will be reporting to the Market Access & HEOR Director Nordics and can be based in Denmark or Sweden.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead reimbursement processes in Nordic markets, including submission strategies, dossier preparation, and health economic modelling, in close collaboration with Market Access Country Heads
• Collaborate and build strong relationships with Daiichi Sankyo's alliance partners to secure successful reimbursement and market access
• Lead external HTA consultant/agency relations and business relationships with relevant customers with regards to HTAs
• Generate Real World Evidence to support successful reimbursement and market access of Daiichi Sankyo's products
• Maintain expertise in scientific and health economic principles, and develop best practices in HEOR for Daiichi Sankyo Nordics
• Monitor and communicate key trends critical to market access and HTA submissions to relevant internal stakeholders as basis for strategy development and action-planning
• Work in close collaboration with the Market Access Country Heads to optimize reimbursement and pricing strategies in each of the Nordic markets
• Act as senior liaison between the Nordic HEOR team and HEOR teams in Global, European and Alliance organizations
• Build the HEOR function and team in Daiichi Sankyo Nordics, and as a member of the Nordic Market Access team contribute to building the market access function, strategic decision making, and prioritizations, across the Nordic markets

Who You Are

You are an experienced HEOR professional with a solid background in the Nordic markets. You think strategically and act operationally, leveraging your technical HEOR expertise to turn complex data into impactful value communication. You pair scientific rigor with strong collaboration, leadership, and an open, curious mindset.

Must-haves:

• Formal education in Health Economics/Economics or similar (University degree level)
• At least 7 years professional experience in HTA, HEOR and market access in pharma company or consultancy (experience from oncology therapies is an advantage)
• A deep understanding of HTA and reimbursement processes in the Nordic markets and previous experience in leading HTA submissions
• In-depth HEOR technical expertise and experience
• Fluency in English and one of the Nordic languages
• Strong ability to collaborate, build trust and relationships internally and externally
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Strategic and tactical agility, coupled with business acumen
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to successfully work within a matrix and multicultural organization, and in alliances with other pharmaceutical companies

Why Join Daiichi Sankyo?

Working with Daiichi Sankyo is more than just a job - it is your chance to make a difference and change patients' lives for the better.

They foster a culture of mutual respect and continuous learning, with a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity.

They are committed to invest in their teams, fostering both personal and professional growth.

The Recruitment Process - Your Application

PharmaRelations is managing this recruitment on behalf of Daiichi Sankyo. If you believe your background and expertise align with the requirements, we encourage you to submit your application through the "Apply" button.

We will review all applications with great care in our search for the right candidate. Interviews will be held continuously as qualified candidates are found. For questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact Jens Knud Maarup ) or Kristina Edholm ).

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