Associate Director, Government Pricing

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.