What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Contract Operations & Development position at argenx US Inc?
Join us as we transform immunology and deliver medicines that help autoimmune patients get their lives back. argenx is preparing for multi-dimensional expansion to reach more patients through a rich pipeline of differentiated assets, led by VYVGART, our first-in-class neonatal Fc receptor blocker approved for the treatment of gMG, and with the potential to treat patients across dozens of severe autoimmune diseases.
We are building a new kind of biotech company, one that maintains its roots as a science-based start-up and pushes our commitment to innovate across all corners of our business. We strive to inspire and grow our company, our partnerships, our science, and our people, because when we do, we deliver more for patients.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Manager, Contract Operations and Development to assist with the drafting, redlining, and management of contracts within our Market Access team. This position will report to the Director of Contract Strategy and Operations. As part of the Market Access and Distribution Organization, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including brand marketing, payer marketing, national and regional accounts, field reimbursement, channel, finance and legal. This role is fully remote with minimal travel required. EST time zone preferred
Responsibilities:
Contract Drafting and Negotiation
Support the development, redlines, and revision of contracts across Market Access, including with Payors, PBMs/MBMs, Specialty Pharmacies, Specialty Distributors, and Infusion Care Sites.
Contract Management
Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, from initiation through execution, renewals, amendments and termination.
Maintain a comprehensive database of contracts and report within the team
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure that all contracts comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements
Work cross functionally with legal, finance and government reporting to ensure alignment and monitor regulatory changes
Prepare and present contract performance reports for senior leadership, providing insights and recommendations for optimizing agreements.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- BA or BS degree, and/or 3-5 years equivalent experience in contract management or contract administration
- Experience:
- Required: 3-5 years of experience in contract drafting, redlining and management experience within a Market Access and/or Distribution function; or similar experience
- Strong analytical skills with the capability to effectively define business issues and recommendations
- Detail oriented with prior experience creating, deploying, and executing standard operating procedures
- Highly skilled in influencing cross-functional teams, including interfacing with key internal and external stakeholders and commercial teams
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Adaptive and motivated to build and lead while “rolling up their sleeves” to get it done
- Preferred:
- 5 years of experience in commercial functions within the biopharmaceutical, biotech, or similar industry
- Start-up and launch experience a plus
- Understanding of regulatory and legal requirements to pharmaceutical commercial operations
- Living in EST time zone
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At argenx, all applicants are welcomed in an inclusive environment. They will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. argenx is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing your application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the candidate selection process please contact us at hr.us@argenx.com. Only inquiries related to an accommodation request will receive a response.
