By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice (https://jobs.takeda.com/privacynotice) and Terms of Use (https://www.takeda.com/terms-and-conditions/) . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. **Job Description** **PURPOSE** Lead the strategy, design, and execution of Takeda’s affordability programs to improve eligible patient access and support sustainable brand growth. This role is accountable for **developing innovative commercial insurance projects for targeted brands** and for **driving Takeda brands’ adoption by commercial health insurance products** , working in close partnership with central and regional Market Access, Brand Teams, Medical, Legal/Compliance, Finance, and external partners. **RESPONSIBILITIES** **1) Affordability & Innovative Commercial Insurance Project Strategy and Delivery** + Define the **affordability strategy** across targeted brands, aligned to Takeda’s patient-first principles, market access strategy, and brand objectives. + Lead end-to-end **innovative commercial insurance project design and optimization** , including: + eligibility criteria and patient journey + application/enrollment processes and documentation standards + benefit structure (e.g., co-pay support, bridge support where appropriate) + service model (in-house vs. vendor), operating SOPs, and governance + Ensure related projects are built with **clear medical, ethical, legal, and compliance guardrails** , including transparent communications and audit-ready documentation. + Establish **program governance** : decision rights, budget controls, approvals, issue escalation, and periodic program review. **2) Commercial Health Insurance Adoption & Access Enablement** + Develop and execute strategies to **increase inclusion/adoption** of Takeda targeted brands in **commercial health insurance products** , in collaboration with Market Access and Brand teams. + Support negotiations and implementation planning with insurers and relevant stakeholders. **3) Monitor commercial insurance policy trends and market dynamics** and translate insights into actionable access and affordability plans. + Monitor private insurance policy and market trends + Support IDL listing of targeted brands **4) Analytics, Performance Management, and Continuous Improvement** + Define and track **KPIs** (coverage, utilization etc). + Build dashboards and business reviews for leadership; identify risks and implement corrective actions. + Drive continuous improvement through **process redesign, digitization** , and simplification of internal process and external project design. **Leadership & People Management** + Build and lead a high-performing affordability solutions team. + Coach and develop team capability in program design, payer engagement support, vendor management, and analytics. + Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and ethical decision-making. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Level of Education** Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred **Working Experience in Relevant Field** Over 10 years of experience in commercial insurance/ affoardability solution within the pharmaceutical industry. **Professional Knowledge and Skills** + Proven track record designing and scaling **PAPs/copay or similar affordability programs** and working with external vendors under SLAs. + Understanding of **commercial health insurance product mechanics** and stakeholder decision-making: working experience in commercial health insurance company is preferred. + Strong grasp of compliance and data privacy expectations. + Strong project/program management skills; ability to lead in a matrixed environment. **Locations** Beijing, ChinaShanghai, China **Worker Type** Employee **Worker Sub-Type** Regular **Time Type** Full time