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**Job Function: **
Market Access
**Job Sub Function: **
Reimbursement
Job Category:
Professional
All Job Posting Locations:
Wuhan, Hubei, China
Job Description:
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Sr. Manager, Provincial Market Access located in Wuhan TaiHe Plaza.
The role is accountable for regional/provincial level market access strategy, policy engagement, and execution within the assigned region(s).
This role serves as the primary owner of regional market access outcomes, translating central GA & MA strategy into executable provincial and city‑level actions, while actively shaping a scientific, sustainable, and compliant access environment to support DPS China’s business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Provincial & Municipal Policy Intelligence and Assessment
Maintain comprehensive understanding of provincial and municipal healthcare, medical insurance, pricing, and procurement policies related to medical devices
Monitor policy dynamics and inter‑provincial linkage effects, anticipating spillover impacts across regions
Interpret and assess policy direction and reform trends at provincial and city levels, including:
Medical insurance coverage and payment policies
Medical consumables management
Healthcare service pricing and payment mechanisms
Identify business opportunities and access risks, and provide timely input and recommendations to GAMA leadership and BUs
- Provincial Authority Engagement & Relationship Management
Act as the primary DPS China representative to key provincial authorities, including but not limited to:
Provincial Healthcare Security Administration (医保局)
Provincial Health Commission (卫健委)
Pricing and related authorities
Build and maintain professional, credible, and solution‑oriented relationships
Support constructive policy dialogue by clearly articulating company positions and evidence‑based perspectives
- Market Access Strategy & Execution Leadership
In assigned municipalities, work closely with BU and commercial teams to:
Define market access and pricing strategies for responsible region/provinces
Align on priorities for local execution
Lead and coordinate regional/provincial-level strategies, including but not limited to:
Volume‑based procurement (VBP) and consumables tender projects
DRG/DIP and disease‑based payment initiatives
Medical consumables catalogue inclusion and payment standards
Medical service item reimbursement ratio definition or adjustment
Ensure strategies are feasible, compliant, and aligned with regional and national objectives
- External Ecosystem & Industry Collaboration
Actively engage with:
Provincial and municipal industry associations
Academic and professional organizations
Relevant external stakeholders
Promote external collaboration projects where appropriate
Contribute to strengthening organized, structured market access management capabilities in the region
- Internal Coordination & Capability Enablement
Serve as the regional market access focal point, ensuring effective coordination with cross-functional teams
Provide policy interpretation, local insights, and execution guidance
Support internal alignment between central strategy and local implementation
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree or above
Preferred background: Public Health, Health Insurance, Management, Biomedical Sciences, Economics, MBA
Experience
5–8+ years of experience in:
Government Affairs
Market Access
Healthcare policy–related roles
Solid exposure to provincial and municipal healthcare policy environment
Experience in medical device or pharmaceutical industry strongly preferred
Proven capability in policy projects, negotiations, and key account–style stakeholder management
Core Competencies
Strong understanding of China’s healthcare and medical insurance system at the local level
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to operate in complex, uncertain, and high‑pressure environments
Detail‑oriented, responsible, and proactive learner
Capable of independent problem‑solving with a positive and resilient mindset
Working‑level English communication skills (written and oral)
Willingness to travel frequently within the assigned region
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
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**Required Skills: **
Preferred Skills:
Account Management, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Compliance Management, Consulting, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Escalation Management, Fact-Based Decision Making, Finance and Accounting Platforms, Market Access Reimbursement, Market Opportunity Assessment, Mentorship, Organizing, Performance Measurement, Pricing Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Technical Credibility