Market Access Associate Manager, Pharmaceuticals Division

JOB DESCRIPTION:

ABOUT ABBOTT

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

WORKING AT ABBOTT

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to:

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

In Vietnam, Abbott’s Established Pharmaceuticals Division has committed to enhance the care of patients. Our products cover several therapeutic areas, including gastroenterology, women health, cardiology, primary care, specialty and food supplement. Our key prescription products include Lipanthyl, Klacid, Duphaston, Drosperin and BetaSerc. Our key over-the-counter products are Duphalac, CG210, Estraceptin, Brufen, Fatig, Surbex. We also have the Influvac vaccine.

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

The Associate Market Access Manager supports the execution of Market Access strategies by coordinating cross-functional activities and managing key operational processes related to pricing, reimbursement, and policy. The role collects and analyzes market data, prepares documentation and reports, and supports stakeholder engagement initiatives. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, the Associate Market Access Manager helps ensure timely execution of projects and contributes to improving patient access to company products.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Pricing Data & System Administration

Manage the Paradigm account and Act as the primary point of contact with Finance and Supply Chain teams to collect, consolidate, and maintain required data on Paradigm, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely updates.

Pricing Submission & Negotiation Support

Prepare and submit price declaration dossiers for AHVN and Legacy/FIE products.

Prepare and compile price negotiation dossiers (Step 1) under the guidance of the Senior Market Access Manager by collecting required information and coordinating with relevant stakeholders

Draft preliminary response documents for requests and inquiries from Ministry authorities.

Market Intelligence & Analysis

Conduct preliminary assessments of competitor products using tender and DAV data, prepare initial analyses and recommendations on New Product Introduction (NPI) opportunities to support decision-making by the Market Access Director.

Coordinate with Marketing and Tender teams on product-related matters, gather market and stakeholder feedback, and consolidate relevant inputs to support data analysis, market assessments, and business decision-making.

Stakeholder Engagement & Policy Monitoring

Meet and communicate with NCPC (staff level) to discuss updates and requirements.

Engage and maintain working relationships with stakeholders at the Drug Administration of Vietnam (DAV) Pricing Department.

Participate in policy discussions, industry forums, and stakeholder engagements related to tendering and price negotiations to gather market insights and stay informed of emerging trends that may impact Market Access strategies.

Support the Senior Market Access Manager to engage external stakeholders and follow up on ongoing projects.

Policy Reporting & Business Support

Support the Senior Market Access Manager in preparing internal policy reports and updates.

Work closely with the Senior Market Access Manager to understand key business needs and provide Market Access support to Brand Teams.

BACKGROUND/ EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Bachelor Degree: University degree of Medical/Pharmacy qualification

More than 8 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. At least 2 years of experience in tender management, pricing, policy, and project management.

Ability to interpret and integrate Market Access strategies into actionable, value-added planning activities

Excellent communications and interpersonal skills and strong ability to develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment

Professional behavior with “can-do” and “open mind” attitudes

Winning mentality, dynamic, innovative, customer focus and cross-functional team player

Language Skill: English

The base pay for this position is

N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Market Access

DIVISION:

EPD Established Pharma

LOCATION:

Vietnam > Hanoi : Handi Resco Tower

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Not specified

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)