Director, US Payer & Value Marketing

Role: Director of Payer & Value Marketing responsible for developing and executing strategic payer and value communication plans across Kite’s US cell therapy portfolio, including CAR T and future therapies. Responsibilities: lead portfolio-level value storytelling, create payer tools and economic resources, collaborate with HEOR, Medical, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to align evidence-based strategies, and engage with external stakeholders such as payers, providers, and policymakers. Oversee cross-functional teams in developing payer-facing resources, monitor market access dynamics, and optimize performance metrics. Lead team management, vendor relations, and strategic influence efforts. Requirements: advanced scientific degree (MD, PharmD, PhD) with 8+ years (or equivalent experience), strong knowledge of US payer landscape, experience in payer/value/market access roles, with expertise in developing payer value propositions, economic models, and stakeholder engagement strategies. Preferred: deep understanding of hematology/oncology, especially CAR T therapies, and proven leadership in cross-functional collaboration. High-Value: focus on oncology (hematology/oncology), cell therapies, US market access, payer engagement, evidence translation, and developing value demonstration platforms. WorkSetup: hybrid in Southern California, with flexibility for initial locations in Santa Monica, CA; Foster City, CA; or Parsippany, NJ; relocations to Thousand Oaks or El Segundo scheduled for 2026-2027.