Associate Director, Government Pricing

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BioMarin Pharmaceutical

Who We Are

BioMarin is a leading rare disease biotechnology company focused on genetically defined conditions.

Guided by our purpose to develop medicines that make a profound impact on people’s lives, our global teams have delivered a portfolio of therapies since our founding in 1997. Our revolutionary treatments for conditions like achondroplasia (the most common form of dwarfism), PKU (phenylketonuria), CLN2, a form of Batten disease, and a number of forms of MPS (mucopolysaccharidosis) offer new possibilities for patients and families who previously had few, if any, available options. More recently, with the close of the Amicus acquisition, our portfolio has expanded to include therapies for Fabry disease and Pompe disease, expanding our ability to reach more people living with rare genetic conditions.

Our success comes from our unwavering commitment to excellence, our deep understanding of patient needs, our scientific expertise, and our world-class manufacturing capabilities. At the heart of BioMarin is a dedicated team of the brightest minds in the industry working together to deliver innovative therapies to patients and families around the world.

About Commercial

Be part of the worldwide infrastructure that gets our drugs to underserved patients around the world. Our global sales force solidifies BioMarin’s commercial presence in the United States and Europe and is rapidly growing in other regions, such as South America, EuMEA, and Asia-Pacific.

Position Summary

The Associate Director, Government Pricing (GP) is a strategic and operational leader responsible for ensuring full compliance with U.S. government pricing regulations while shaping pricing strategy across the organization. This role serves as a key subject matter expert, advising cross-functional stakeholders on the downstream impact of commercial decisions on government pricing metrics and obligations. The role reports to Government Pricing Director.

The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in government pricing with strong business acumen, enabling them to influence strategy, optimize processes, and ensure accurate and compliant reporting in a complex and evolving regulatory environment.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Government Pricing Director for all activities related to:

Government pricing calculations, submissions, and compliance, including AMP, ASP, Best Price, PHS, and FSS/VA

Government contracting processes and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements

Strategic guidance on the government pricing implications of commercial contracting decisions

Third-party vendor management supporting Medicaid, TRICARE, and Medicare Part D rebate processing

Internal & external audit teams to complete SOX control and other audit-related activities

Partner with Customer Operations and Order-to-Cash teams to maintain accurate class of trade and membership data

Monitor legislative and regulatory developments in collaboration with Government Affairs; assess and communicate potential business impact

Support financial planning by advising on gross-to-net assumptions and pricing impacts

Identify and implement process improvements, systems enhancements, and automation opportunities to strengthen compliance and operational efficiency

Candidate Profile

Experience & Expertise

10+ years of experience in pricing, finance, contracting, or a related analytical function within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry

Minimum 5 years of direct, hands-on government pricing experience

Deep expertise in U.S. government pricing methodologies, including AMP, ASP, Best Price, PHS, and FSS/VA

Strong understanding of current regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks

Experience working with third-party vendors and rebate processing systems

Familiarity with state Medicaid operations is a plus

Experience presenting complex analyses and recommendations to senior and executive-level audiences

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and governance forums

Capabilities & Mindset

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate technical requirements into business impact

High degree of ownership and ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced environment

Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal and communication skills

Passion for the intersection of government pricing, compliance, and commercial strategy

Continuous improvement orientation, with a focus on process optimization and scalability

Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

The salary range for this position is: $128,520 to $176715. BioMarin considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

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