About Us
Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in 31 countries. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.
At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.
Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.
Chiesi Global Rare Diseases
Chiesi Global Rare Diseases is a Chiesi Groupâs business unit established in February 2020 and focused on research, development and commercialization of treatments and patient support services for rare and ultra-rare disorders, many of whom have limited or no treatments available.
This unit is based in Boston, Massachusetts, with a strong synergy with the headquarters in Parma.
Rare unit has a focus on research and product development for lysosomal storage diseases, rare hematology, ophthalmology disorders and rare immunodeficiencies. The unit is also a dedicated partner with global leaders in scientific research, patient advocacy and care. Discover more here.
Who we are looking for
This is what you will do
We are seeking a collaborative, analytical, and commercially minded Reimbursement & Pricing professional to support the Canadian rare diseases business. This role requires strong knowledge of Canadian reimbursement, pricing, HTA (CDA and INESSS), pCPA & payer engagement, and cross-functional launch execution, with the ability to operate in a dynamic affiliate environment while maintaining the highest compliance standards.
The Manager, Value & Pricing Strategy & Pricing will support development and execution of Canadian access and pricing strategies for current and future rare disease products. The role will coordinate HTA and payer activities, support pricing governance and scenario analysis, contribute to pCPA and provincial reimbursement planning, and provide reimbursement insights.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Reimbursement Strategy
- Support development and execution of Canadian access strategies for new and existing rare disease products.
- Develop reimbursement pathways and access plans for launches, line extensions, and lifecycle opportunities.
- Monitor federal, provincial, private payer, and healthcare policy changes and assess implications for Chiesi Canada.
- Translate access insights into clear recommendations for brand planning, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.
- Pricing
- Contribute to Canadian pricing strategy development, governance, and internal approval processes.
- Conduct pricing analyses, scenario modeling, and financial impact assessments to support reimbursement and business decisions.
- Assess implications of PMPRB regulations, Canadian pricing policy, international reference pricing, and evolving market access policies.
- Support assumptions required for pricing, reimbursement, business development, launch readiness, and long-range planning.
- HTA, Evidence & Value Communication
- Coordinate Canadian HTA activities, including CDA-AMC and INESSS submissions, in partnership with HEOR, Medical Affairs, and external vendors.
- Support development of value dossiers, budget impact models, economic evidence, and payer communication materials.
- Coordinate responses to payer, HTA, and reimbursement stakeholder questions and information requests.
- Identify evidence gaps and recommend local initiatives to strengthen reimbursement submissions and value propositions.
- Payer Relations & Contracting Support
- Build and maintain compliant relationships with key payer and reimbursement stakeholders at national, provincial, and private payer levels.
- Support planning and preparation for pCPA and provincial reimbursement discussions.
- Assist with Product Listing Agreement planning, implementation support, tracking, and internal coordination.
- Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Patient Services, Global Value, and Commercial partners on access and reimbursement deliverables.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Compliance
- Serve as a Canadian value and pricing subject matter expert within cross-functional launch and brand teams.
- Partner with Commercial, Medical, Finance, Regulatory, Patient Services, HEOR, and Global colleagues to align access strategy with business priorities.
- Ensure all activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, SOPs, and relevant Canadian industry codes.
- Protect confidential pricing, reimbursement, payer, and commercial information in accordance with company requirements.
You will need to have
- Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, Health Sciences, Life Sciences, Economics, Public Health, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum five years of experience in market access, pricing, reimbursement, payer relations, HEOR, or related roles within pharmaceutical or biotechnology organizations.
- Strong understanding of Canadian HTA, pCPA, PMPRB, provincial reimbursement, private payer processes, and the broader Canadian healthcare environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, cross-functional deliverables, external partners, and changing business needs.
- Strong analytical, financial modeling, project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to prepare executive-ready payer, pricing, and reimbursement materials.
We would prefer for you to have
- Rare disease, specialty care, biologics, orphan drug, or launch experience.
- Experience supporting or leading CDA-AMC, INESSS, pCPA, provincial listing, or private payer submissions.
- Experience with value dossiers, budget impact models, payer research, pricing governance, and payer access tools or dashboards.
Location
- Full-time role within Chiesi Canada Commercial, reporting to the Head of Commercial, Canada
- Hybrid/remote working arrangement subject to company policy and business needs.
- Travel within Canada and occasional international travel may be required for payer, internal, global, or cross-functional meetings.
What we offer
No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.
We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.
Chiesi USA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work force at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of oneâs employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits and termination.
