291 Market Access jobs in Saudi Arabia

Job Summary/Main Purpose

The Market Access Manager works with stakeholders such as customers, Insurance Companies, NGOs & governments, etc., to ensure the company is valued and respected partner in healthcare. Anticipate the future trends in the market, developing an innovative response in order to proactively build sustainable competitive actions. Effectively support introduction of new compounds rapidly into the market for the widest commercial indications at a price which commensurate with the value of the new product. Ensure current and new indications are included in formulary listings in a timely manner.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Obtain government, insurance companies, and health care providers' reimbursement to allow for maximum patient access to Julphar products.
2. Develop and execute market access strategies to influence and accelerate favorable pricing and reimbursement decisions for key market brands and new launches.
3. Participate actively in all steps of pricing & reimbursement planning, execution, and negotiation, incorporating health economic tools into the local pricing negotiation process to ensure enlisting of the annual agreed products in the insurance formulary and key accounts.
4. Interact in external debates around access, pricing, and reimbursement issues with the aim of achieving better market access to Julphar products.
5. Plan for new programs or implement existing global access models tailor-made to local country needs and be responsible with cross-functional teams on commercial and corporate impact.
6. Accountable for ensuring qualitative and quantitative input for Julphar assigned products reflecting the insurance quantitative potential and uptake of Julphar products and incorporating it into the yearly country budget and strategic Plans for planning accuracy in coordination with the line managers and key account managers.
7. Ensure the best launch and in-market prices according to the market situation, aligned with company strategies.
8. Participate in local Market Access activities towards alignment, sharing experiences and best practices.
9. Capture insights about competitors' activities and actions in order to influence company business strategy formulation.
10. Support inter-disciplinary negotiations on treatment guidelines with key authorities in order to maintain reimbursement levels for the adequate use of the therapy with a focus on patients access and outcomes.

Requirements (Knowledge, Skills & Attributes)

• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy or related science.
• Strategic thinker with a strong operational, structured and thorough working style
• Entrepreneurial, collaborative, and creative
• Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects and priorities
• Results-oriented, customer focused, with a serious commitment to excellence
• Marketing intelligence.
• Able to deliver the highest standards of customer service.
• Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels, including people-management, leadership and both written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective Forecasting.
• Effective Inventory management.
• Manage time effectively and efficiently.
• Persistence, dedicated and self – motivated.
• Has positive mind-set.

Join EVA Pharma, a leading pharmaceutical company dedicated to empowering the fight for Health and well-being as a

fundamental human right.

Recognized and certified as a Best Place to Work, we are committed to fostering a supportive and innovative environment for our team members.

Role Overview: Private Health Insurance Market Access will lead and manage the inclusion of EVA products, specifically those registered as health products and food supplements, within the reimbursement lists of private health insurance providers and the CHI (Council of Health Insurance). The role involves building strategic partnerships with private insurance companies, enhancing product access, and supporting sales efforts in key accounts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement access strategies for product inclusion in private health insurance.
• Prepare and submit pricing files, dossiers, and value propositions to insurance payers.
• Track and update product status across insurance companies.
• Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders in private insurers and key accounts.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Marketing, Medical, Regulatory) to support access goals.
• Monitor the insurance landscape, identify access barriers, and propose actionable solutions.

• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, Medicine, or a related field

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the same role in Pharma companies in Saudi Arabia (e.g., Market Access, Key Account Management, Sales Management, etc)

• Strong understanding of the private insurance landscape in the region, with previous successful product inclusions within the private health insurance providers.

• Strong network and relationships with private health insurance providers, key accounts, and CHI stakeholders.
• Solid business acumen with awareness of regulatory and pricing frameworks (preferred).

Join EVA Pharma, a leading pharmaceutical company dedicated to empowering the fight for Health and well-being as a

fundamental human right.

Recognized and certified as a Best Place to Work, we are committed to fostering a supportive and innovative environment for our team members.

Role Overview:
Private Health Insurance Market Access will lead and manage the inclusion of EVA products, specifically those registered as health products and food supplements, within the reimbursement lists of private health insurance providers and the CHI (Council of Health Insurance). The role involves building strategic partnerships with private insurance companies, enhancing product access, and supporting sales efforts in key accounts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement access strategies for product inclusion in private health insurance.
• Prepare and submit pricing files, dossiers, and value propositions to insurance payers.
• Track and update product status across insurance companies.
• Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders in private insurers and key accounts.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Marketing, Medical, Regulatory) to support access goals.
• Monitor the insurance landscape, identify access barriers, and propose actionable solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, Medicine, or a related field

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the same role in Pharma companies in Saudi Arabia (e.g., Market Access, Key Account Management, Sales Management, etc)

• Strong understanding of the private insurance landscape in the region, with previous successful product inclusions within the private health insurance providers

• Strong network and relationships with private health insurance providers, key accounts, and CHI stakeholders.
• Solid business acumen with awareness of regulatory and pricing frameworks (preferred).

Job Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Market Access and Strategic Alliances Director is responsible for managing strategic alliances and business development projects while leading the Market Access team to implement tailored strategies that ensure sustainable patient access. This role focuses on fostering a customer-centric approach, overseeing localization initiatives, monitoring healthcare trends, managing contracts with local partners, and promoting integrity and talent development within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and anticipate healthcare system and competitive landscape changes to leverage opportunities and mitigate potential risks by disseminating relevant information across the organization.
• Ensure relevant tailored Market Access strategies and their execution, including impact on funding and reimbursement for our products via design and execution of access and pricing strategies.
• Protect and maintain patient access, especially in areas with elevated payer or competitive pressure, and guide the Pricing team on pricing strategies.
• Develop a comprehensive market access roadmap, focusing on key initiatives and priorities in line with business objectives.
• Accountable for the development of Market Access team deliverables to ensure high quality and timely output. Tailor and implement strategic market access frameworks such as payer engagement, negotiation, and objection handling for the company.
• Build strong working partnerships with key external stakeholders to understand payer challenges and concerns in a complex access environment.
• Work with key government and non-government organizations, together with pricing, HEOR, Patient Engagement, Policy, and Communication teams, to enhance mutual understanding and develop stakeholder engagement strategies that will drive strategic business agendas.
• Understand the customer needs and pressures to develop our company's access strategy aligned with company objectives and commercial goals.
• Define clear goals, KPIs, and success metrics for Market Access TA's and alliances team to drive sustainable growth.
• Maintain senior-level partnerships with decision-makers and influencers across public and private healthcare sectors.
• Guide the team in building long-term value-based partnerships and solution-oriented engagement with key strategic customers.
• Provide ongoing leadership in Alliance Management by leading a cross-functional team for new alliance and partner launches, fostering trust, defining key deliverables, and ensuring successful implementation of new alliances.
• Establish and maintain the joint governance structure; organize and lead partnership governance meetings and processes, coordinate internal alliance meetings and joint meetings with partners, including internal briefings, meeting facilitation, and ensure the effective functioning of the alliance governance structure.
• Establish and cultivate strong partnerships with emerging entities such as the Ministry of Investment, the Local Content and Government Procurement Authority, and other relevant organizations, ensuring effective collaboration and alignment on our company's ongoing and future localization projects to facilitate seamless execution of initiatives, enhance stakeholder engagement, and drive mutual benefits that support our company's strategic goals in KSA.
• Monitor and report on the progress and status of the alliance by determining the cause, developing, and implementing action plans for any identified issues.
• Actively monitor alliance processes, guidelines, and policies within Avidity and lead change management as needed.
• Define bidding strategies for public tenders and prepare submissions of Value Dossier to the authorities, applying high standards of operational excellence.
• Collaborate with other key stakeholders in Corporate and Business Development to ensure alliance management considerations are reflected in the strategic business plans as alliances are initiated, negotiated, and implemented.
• Build organizational alliance capability to support external partnerships.
• Understand the relevant contractual agreement(s) in detail, including strategic intent and obligations, including potential changes in partnership agreements. Identify issues, including effective conflict resolution, and proactively identify and prepare risk mitigation action plans.
• Maintain oversight of the relationship health and communication with the partner and alliance teams.
• Coordinate our company activities with the local distributors to ensure a "win-win" long-term sustainable relationship and ensure business, operational, and financial objectives are met while managing contractual obligations for the concerned parties.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects, act as an expert in distribution strategy implementation for managing the team, and develop multilateral tactical plans for distribution strategy implementation.
• Responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day activities of the local country localization operations department and strategic alliances projects.
• Maintain accurate project data in enterprise databases and conduct regular alliance review meetings with all parties.
• Cultivate an environment that promotes continuous improvement and professional growth within the Market Access and Alliances team.
• Attract, retain, and develop key talents by creating a compelling employee value proposition and fostering a culture of engagement and recognition.
• Build a high-performance organization by setting clear expectations, fostering accountability, and recognizing individual and team achievements.
• Perform regular performance assessments and deliver constructive feedback to team members to enhance their skills and overall effectiveness.
• Develop and execute training programs and workshops to provide the team with the essential tools and knowledge needed to thrive in their roles.
• Facilitate conflict resolution by addressing issues promptly and effectively, ensuring a collaborative and harmonious work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, Life Sciences, Business Administration, Health Economics, Public Health, or a related field

• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in pharmaceutical market access, strategic alliances, or business development roles.
• Must have at least 5-7 years in a leadership or director-level position managing teams and complex projects with Local/Saudi market experience.
• Saudi National is highly preferable.
• Proven track record of working in or with the KSA healthcare market or similar GCC markets is highly desirable.

• Strategic thinking and planning capabilities to develop and implement market access and alliance strategies.
• Relationship-building skills with internal cross-functional teams and external stakeholders (government bodies, payers, partners).
• Communication and presentation skills for senior-level engagement.
• Managing complex stakeholder environments and aligning diverse interests.
• Project management skills to oversee localization operations and strategic alliance projects.
• Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry in the KSA market.
• Familiarity with local regulations, healthcare policies, and government entities such as the Ministry of Investment and Local Content Authority.
• Proven leadership skills to manage, motivate, and develop a high-performing Market Access and Alliances team.

Current Employees apply HERE

Current Contingent Workers apply HERE

Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Cross-Cultural Competence, Developing Pricing Strategies, Health Economics, Health Technology Assessment (HTA), Market Research, Negotiation, People Leadership, Preparation of Financial Reports, Professional Networking, Public Health, Resource Allocation, Strategic Consulting, Strategic Thinking, Transfer Pricing Documentation

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

09/10/2025

• A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID:R

Job Description
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Market Access and Strategic Alliances Director is responsible for managing strategic alliances and business development projects while leading the Market Access team to implement tailored strategies that ensure sustainable patient access. This role focuses on fostering a customer-centric approach, overseeing localization initiatives, monitoring healthcare trends, managing contracts with local partners, and promoting integrity and talent development within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and anticipate healthcare system and competitive landscape changes to leverage opportunities and mitigate potential risks by disseminating relevant information across the organization.
• Ensure relevant tailored Market Access strategies and their execution, including impact on funding and reimbursement for our products via design and execution of access and pricing strategies.
• Protect and maintain patient access, especially in areas with elevated payer or competitive pressure, and guide the Pricing team on pricing strategies.
• Develop a comprehensive market access roadmap, focusing on key initiatives and priorities in line with business objectives.
• Accountable for the development of Market Access team deliverables to ensure high quality and timely output. Tailor and implement strategic market access frameworks such as payer engagement, negotiation, and objection handling for the company.
• Build strong working partnerships with key external stakeholders to understand payer challenges and concerns in a complex access environment.
• Work with key government and non-government organizations, together with pricing, HEOR, Patient Engagement, Policy, and Communication teams, to enhance mutual understanding and develop stakeholder engagement strategies that will drive strategic business agendas.
• Understand the customer needs and pressures to develop our company's access strategy aligned with company objectives and commercial goals.
• Define clear goals, KPIs, and success metrics for Market Access TA's and alliances team to drive sustainable growth.
• Maintain senior-level partnerships with decision-makers and influencers across public and private healthcare sectors.
• Guide the team in building long-term value-based partnerships and solution-oriented engagement with key strategic customers.
• Provide ongoing leadership in Alliance Management by leading a cross-functional team for new alliance and partner launches, fostering trust, defining key deliverables, and ensuring successful implementation of new alliances.
• Establish and maintain the joint governance structure; organize and lead partnership governance meetings and processes, coordinate internal alliance meetings and joint meetings with partners, including internal briefings, meeting facilitation, and ensure the effective functioning of the alliance governance structure.
• Establish and cultivate strong partnerships with emerging entities such as the Ministry of Investment, the Local Content and Government Procurement Authority, and other relevant organizations, ensuring effective collaboration and alignment on our company's ongoing and future localization projects to facilitate seamless execution of initiatives, enhance stakeholder engagement, and drive mutual benefits that support our company's strategic goals in KSA.
• Monitor and report on the progress and status of the alliance by determining the cause, developing, and implementing action plans for any identified issues.
• Actively monitor alliance processes, guidelines, and policies within Avidity and lead change management as needed.
• Define bidding strategies for public tenders and prepare submissions of Value Dossier to the authorities, applying high standards of operational excellence.
• Collaborate with other key stakeholders in Corporate and Business Development to ensure alliance management considerations are reflected in the strategic business plans as alliances are initiated, negotiated, and implemented.
• Build organizational alliance capability to support external partnerships.
• Understand the relevant contractual agreement(s) in detail, including strategic intent and obligations, including potential changes in partnership agreements. Identify issues, including effective conflict resolution, and proactively identify and prepare risk mitigation action plans.
• Maintain oversight of the relationship health and communication with the partner and alliance teams.
• Coordinate our company activities with the local distributors to ensure a "win-win" long-term sustainable relationship and ensure business, operational, and financial objectives are met while managing contractual obligations for the concerned parties.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects, act as an expert in distribution strategy implementation for managing the team, and develop multilateral tactical plans for distribution strategy implementation.
• Responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day activities of the local country localization operations department and strategic alliances projects.
• Maintain accurate project data in enterprise databases and conduct regular alliance review meetings with all parties.
• Cultivate an environment that promotes continuous improvement and professional growth within the Market Access and Alliances team.
• Attract, retain, and develop key talents by creating a compelling employee value proposition and fostering a culture of engagement and recognition.
• Build a high-performance organization by setting clear expectations, fostering accountability, and recognizing individual and team achievements.
• Perform regular performance assessments and deliver constructive feedback to team members to enhance their skills and overall effectiveness.
• Develop and execute training programs and workshops to provide the team with the essential tools and knowledge needed to thrive in their roles.
• Facilitate conflict resolution by addressing issues promptly and effectively, ensuring a collaborative and harmonious work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, Life Sciences, Business Administration, Health Economics, Public Health, or a related field

Years of Experience

• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in pharmaceutical market access, strategic alliances, or business development roles.
• Must have at least 5-7 years in a leadership or director-level position managing teams and complex projects with Local/Saudi market experience.
• Saudi National is highly preferable.
• Proven track record of working in or with the KSA healthcare market or similar GCC markets is highly desirable.

Strategic & Analytical Skills

• Strategic thinking and planning capabilities to develop and implement market access and alliance strategies.
• Relationship-building skills with internal cross-functional teams and external stakeholders (government bodies, payers, partners).
• Communication and presentation skills for senior-level engagement.
• Managing complex stakeholder environments and aligning diverse interests.
• Project management skills to oversee localization operations and strategic alliance projects.
• Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry in the KSA market.
• Familiarity with local regulations, healthcare policies, and government entities such as the Ministry of Investment and Local Content Authority.
• Proven leadership skills to manage, motivate, and develop a high-performing Market Access and Alliances team.

Current Employees apply HERE

Current Contingent Workers apply HERE

Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully
Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status
Regular

Relocation
VISA Sponsorship
Travel Requirements
Flexible Work Arrangements
Not Applicable

Shift
Valid Driving License
Hazardous Material(s)
Required Skills
Adaptability, Cross-Cultural Competence, Developing Pricing Strategies, Health Economics, Health Technology Assessment (HTA), Market Research, Negotiation, People Leadership, Preparation of Financial Reports, Professional Networking, Public Health, Resource Allocation, Strategic Consulting, Strategic Thinking, Transfer Pricing Documentation

Preferred Skills
Job Posting End Date
09/10/2025

• A job posting is effective until PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID
R

Arthur Lawrence is urgently looking for a Research & Market Intelligence Specialist for a client in Riyadh, KSA.Kindly review the Job requirements below. Your immediate application will enable us to place you successfully.

Must-Have:

• 5+ years of experience in market research, strategy, or financial analysis
• Strong analytical and data visualization skills (Excel, Power BI, Bloomberg, Refinitiv)
• Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken & written)

Nice to Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field
• Professional certifications (CFA Level 1, FRM, Data Analytics)
• Experience in banking, fintech, or consulting environments

About Us:

Arthur Lawrence is a management and technology consulting firm providing enterprise-wide business transformation and business applications implementation services. Our in-depth technical knowledge and broad experience of working with world-class companies enables organizations to leverage our capabilities in developing winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.

We are an UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified from National Minority Supplier Development Council.

Acknowledgements from Industry Peers:

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award
• IAOP Award; Ranked in top 100 internationally.
• Arthur Lawrence ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of the fastest. Growing companies of America.
• Named one of the top ten fastest growing businesses in Houston in 2016.
• Ranked 25th in the HBJ s Fast 100 Private Companies Award in 2017.

Our Seven Pillars:

We rely on the seven core values that we believe enable us to deliver quality for our consultants and clients: Education, Integrity, Value Creation, Collaboration, Best Client, Best People and Stewardship

Through strict adherence to these core values, we have achieved success beyond all documented forecasts and anticipation.

Job Type: Contract

Contract length: 12 months

Work Location: Remote

We're Hiring: Part-Time Market Research Assistant (Saudi Arabia)

Proctor Global Design is seeking a part-time Market Research Assistant to support our efforts in gathering market intelligence on construction and mining equipment across Saudi Arabia.

Job Details:

• Position: Market Research Assistant

• Target Market: Saudi Arabia

• Contract: 1-2 Months

• Engagement: Part-time (Remote)

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct market research focused on large equipment such as generators and compressors

• Identify and engage with relevant businesses and stakeholders within the region

• Communicate effectively via phone and email to collect and verify data

Requirements:

• Prior experience with industrial equipment, especially generators and compressors

• Strong networking and outreach skills within the Saudi market

• Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written)

• Currently based in Saudi Arabia and available to start immediately

How to Apply:

If you're motivated, resourceful, and ready to contribute to high-impact research, we'd love to hear from you. Please email us at with a brief overview of your background and your enthusiasm for meeting research targets.

Part-Time Market Analyst - Education Sector (Vision 2030 Focused)

Location:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Remote/Hybrid options available)

Employment Type:
Part-Time - Project-based

Industry:
Education & Training

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic Market Analyst to conduct comprehensive market research for diploma programs targeting high school graduates in Saudi Arabia. This role focuses on identifying high-demand training programs aligned with Vision 2030 initiatives and the Kingdom's evolving workforce needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market analysis of diploma programs with strong demand in Saudi Arabia's evolving job market
• Research Vision 2030 sectors: renewable energy, technology, tourism, healthcare, entertainment, logistics, and emerging industries
• Analyze labor market trends and skill gaps for high school graduates
• Identify competitor offerings and market positioning opportunities
• Survey target audience (high school students and parents) on program preferences
• Provide data-driven recommendations on viable diploma programs
• Assess accreditation requirements and regulatory landscape
• Deliver comprehensive market research reports with actionable insights

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, or related field
• 3+ years of market research or business analysis experience
• Strong understanding of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 initiatives
• Knowledge of the Saudi education and training sector
• Proficiency in market research methodologies and data analysis tools
• Excellent report writing skills (Arabic & English)
• Experience with surveys, focus groups, and statistical analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in education or the vocational training sector
• Familiarity with TVTC, Ministry of Education, or HRDF requirements
• Experience with labor market information systems
• Knowledge of Saudi youth employment trends

What We Offer

• Flexible part-time schedule
• Competitive hourly/project-based compensation
• Opportunity to shape educational programs impacting Saudi youth
• Contribution to Vision 2030 objectives

To Apply:
Send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience with Vision 2030-related market research to WhatsApp

We are conducting a high-priority market research study and are looking for 3 qualified participants (out of 10 total) to take part in 45–60 minute interviews.

The project aims to gather valuable insights from professionals in the food industry to help leading organizations improve supplier strategies and sourcing.

Who we are looking for:

Role: Mid-to-senior level professionals (Manager, Director, VP) in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Operations.

Responsibilities: Direct decision-makers or strong influencers in supplier selection for ingredients.

Experience: At least 1 year of purchasing experience with chocolate, bakery, or dairy components.

Location Focus:

Primary: KSA & Jordan

Secondary: UAE, Egypt, Iraq

Target Companies include:

Leading food and retail groups such as Baskin Robbins, Krispy Kreme, Caribou Coffee, RIFAI, Saadeddin, Nesto, Carrefour, LuLu, Costco Wholesale, and other major local suppliers/distributors (full list available).

Why participate?

Share your expertise and help shape future sourcing strategies.

Contribute to valuable market insights for global food industry players.

We are recruiting urgently with a deadline by next Monday. If you qualify or know someone who does, please reach out or apply immediately.