Kite Pharma
Senior Director, US Provider Access Strategy & Marketing
Kite Pharma, Santa Monica, California, United States, 90403
Overview
Senior Director, US Provider Access Strategy & Marketing
position at Kite Pharma. Reports to the Head of US Market Access (USMA). Based in Santa Monica, CA. Role focuses on shaping Kite’s national Access strategy in partnership with the USMA Leadership Team. Leads the US Provider Access Strategy and Marketing Team with a focus on both in-line and launch products. Responsible for provider-facing access strategies, tactics, and resources, including ATC expansion, onboarding, community enablement, and related work. Chairs the ATC Network Optimization, Expansion and Onboarding Committee in partnership with the EDs of Customer Engagement, US Medical Affairs, US Quality, and Global Analytics & Commercial Operations (GACO). Oversees development of scalable, future-focused initiatives that enhance provider readiness, optimize CAR-T service line economics, and support long-term sustainability of Kite’s cell therapy portfolio across organized health systems, IDNs, GPOs, and other providers. This role is a key member of the US Market Access Leadership Team and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to drive provider engagement. This position is based in Santa Monica, CA. Key Responsibilities
Partner with USMA LT, US Patient Access & Marketing Team, and other cross-functional colleagues to develop the US Market Access strategy and tactical plan Oversee development of strategies, tactics, and resources to expand Kite's ATC network into community oncology settings in line with national and local strategies and needs Oversee development of strategies, tactics, and resources to enable and optimize ATC onboarding and success, partnering with the sales organization to ensure smooth handoffs and strong customer experience Develop and chair Kite's US ATC Network Optimization, Expansion and Onboarding Committee in partnership with the EDs of Customer Engagement, US Medical Affairs, US Quality, and GACO Provider Access Marketing
Oversee development of all provider-facing market access resources, including training material and onboarding content Oversee development of provider-facing ATC expansion tools, initiatives, and resources, including PRC submission and pull-through Launch Readiness & Strategic Partnerships
Partner with Arcellx and the Kite Multiple Myeloma launch team to prepare the provider marketplace for the launch of anito-cel; direct and oversee all provider-facing access strategy, contracting, and discussions with assigned accounts and customers Provide a provider point of view for relevant US Business Development discussions as needed Work with peers in US Payer Strategy, Government Affairs, and Global CAR-T Vision to ensure strategic consistency across Kite; support key coalitions and industry partners in provider-facing efforts Insights & Analytics
Aggregate provider learnings, patient journey insights, and intelligence to inform business strategy; support the US Market Access Commercial Insights Analytics & Operations partner team Oversee cost of care resources and data, and analytical work to support provider negotiations and education External Engagement & Thought Leadership
Serve as a thought leader and internal consultant on provider trends, health system transformation, and care delivery innovation Represent Kite in industry coalitions, provider forums, and policy-shaping initiatives related to CAR-T access and provider economics Educate and advocate for CAR-T through stakeholder relationships across national provider settings Compliance & Budget Oversight
Understand CAR-T reimbursement and treatment landscape; ensure activities comply with legal and policy standards; coordinate provider educational discussions Oversee and maintain accountability for US Provider Access Strategy & Marketing budgets and ensure budget neutrality Leadership & Representation
Be a key member of the USMA LT and represent the team with professionalism and partnership inside and outside Kite Qualifications
Basic: Advanced scientific degree (MD, PharmD, or PhD) with 10+ years of experience; or Master’s with 12+ years; or Bachelor’s with 14+ years Preferred: 10+ years in pharmaceutical/biotech in-market access, pricing, policy, or related commercial roles; ability to collaborate cross-functionally; strong emotional intelligence; experience leading change initiatives; deep understanding of CAR-T reimbursement and hospital vs. community operations; strong leadership and project management; excellent communication skills Salary range noted in the original description: $237,575.00 - $307,450.00 with additional compensation and benefits as described. This refined description preserves the essential job information without extraneous postings or non-essential content.
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Senior Director, US Provider Access Strategy & Marketing
position at Kite Pharma. Reports to the Head of US Market Access (USMA). Based in Santa Monica, CA. Role focuses on shaping Kite’s national Access strategy in partnership with the USMA Leadership Team. Leads the US Provider Access Strategy and Marketing Team with a focus on both in-line and launch products. Responsible for provider-facing access strategies, tactics, and resources, including ATC expansion, onboarding, community enablement, and related work. Chairs the ATC Network Optimization, Expansion and Onboarding Committee in partnership with the EDs of Customer Engagement, US Medical Affairs, US Quality, and Global Analytics & Commercial Operations (GACO). Oversees development of scalable, future-focused initiatives that enhance provider readiness, optimize CAR-T service line economics, and support long-term sustainability of Kite’s cell therapy portfolio across organized health systems, IDNs, GPOs, and other providers. This role is a key member of the US Market Access Leadership Team and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to drive provider engagement. This position is based in Santa Monica, CA. Key Responsibilities
Partner with USMA LT, US Patient Access & Marketing Team, and other cross-functional colleagues to develop the US Market Access strategy and tactical plan Oversee development of strategies, tactics, and resources to expand Kite's ATC network into community oncology settings in line with national and local strategies and needs Oversee development of strategies, tactics, and resources to enable and optimize ATC onboarding and success, partnering with the sales organization to ensure smooth handoffs and strong customer experience Develop and chair Kite's US ATC Network Optimization, Expansion and Onboarding Committee in partnership with the EDs of Customer Engagement, US Medical Affairs, US Quality, and GACO Provider Access Marketing
Oversee development of all provider-facing market access resources, including training material and onboarding content Oversee development of provider-facing ATC expansion tools, initiatives, and resources, including PRC submission and pull-through Launch Readiness & Strategic Partnerships
Partner with Arcellx and the Kite Multiple Myeloma launch team to prepare the provider marketplace for the launch of anito-cel; direct and oversee all provider-facing access strategy, contracting, and discussions with assigned accounts and customers Provide a provider point of view for relevant US Business Development discussions as needed Work with peers in US Payer Strategy, Government Affairs, and Global CAR-T Vision to ensure strategic consistency across Kite; support key coalitions and industry partners in provider-facing efforts Insights & Analytics
Aggregate provider learnings, patient journey insights, and intelligence to inform business strategy; support the US Market Access Commercial Insights Analytics & Operations partner team Oversee cost of care resources and data, and analytical work to support provider negotiations and education External Engagement & Thought Leadership
Serve as a thought leader and internal consultant on provider trends, health system transformation, and care delivery innovation Represent Kite in industry coalitions, provider forums, and policy-shaping initiatives related to CAR-T access and provider economics Educate and advocate for CAR-T through stakeholder relationships across national provider settings Compliance & Budget Oversight
Understand CAR-T reimbursement and treatment landscape; ensure activities comply with legal and policy standards; coordinate provider educational discussions Oversee and maintain accountability for US Provider Access Strategy & Marketing budgets and ensure budget neutrality Leadership & Representation
Be a key member of the USMA LT and represent the team with professionalism and partnership inside and outside Kite Qualifications
Basic: Advanced scientific degree (MD, PharmD, or PhD) with 10+ years of experience; or Master’s with 12+ years; or Bachelor’s with 14+ years Preferred: 10+ years in pharmaceutical/biotech in-market access, pricing, policy, or related commercial roles; ability to collaborate cross-functionally; strong emotional intelligence; experience leading change initiatives; deep understanding of CAR-T reimbursement and hospital vs. community operations; strong leadership and project management; excellent communication skills Salary range noted in the original description: $237,575.00 - $307,450.00 with additional compensation and benefits as described. This refined description preserves the essential job information without extraneous postings or non-essential content.
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