Job description

The Market Access Director - Gulf at Johnson & Johnson is responsible for leading the regional market access strategy to secure product reimbursement and ensure timely and optimal market entry across the Gulf countries (UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman). This senior leadership position plays a pivotal role in developing comprehensive value and pricing strategies that align with both therapeutic area and market needs. The director oversees all market access and health economics activities, including reimbursement submissions, value dossier development, payer negotiations, and the implementation of patient affordability and private health insurance (PHI) programs. Working closely with cross-functional teams—Commercial, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, Government Affairs, and Business Finance—the role ensures alignment of market access initiatives with corporate objectives. The director also represents Johnson & Johnson in government and industry forums, advocating for value-based healthcare policies and reimbursement frameworks. As a member of the Gulf Leadership Team, the role contributes to strategic decision-making, long-range financial planning, and policy shaping to drive patient access and business growth in the region. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in health economics, strong leadership skills, and extensive experience in emerging markets within multinational pharmaceutical environments.