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Director, Market Access, Japan

Smith+Nephew
Full time Japan, Tokyo Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Managers
Posted:
June 10, 2026
Location:
Japan, Tokyo, Japan

Job Description

The Market Access Director for Japan is responsible for developing and executing strategies to ensure optimal access and reimbursement for the company’s products within the Japanese healthcare market. This role requires a deep understanding of Japanese healthcare policies, payer dynamics, reimbursement environment, and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, manage external relationships, and play a pivotal role in shaping market access initiatives that drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive market access strategies tailored to the Japanese market, including pricing, reimbursement, and health technology assessment (HTA) submissions.
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, payers, societies, healthcare professionals, patient advocacy groups, and industry bodies.
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    Job Overview

    Job Type: Full time
    Location: Japan, Japan
    Posted: June 10, 2026
    Deadline: July 20, 2026