Manager, US Commercial Contract Operations

The Role

Moderna is looking for a strong candidate to support the Contract Operations Team. This role will play a key part in ensuring accurate and timely implementation of Market Access contracts and payments while leading improvements to processes and collaboration across teams.

The Manager Market Access Contract Operations will work closely with Modernas US Commercial organization and external partners to manage contract-related activities. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented solutions-driven and able to balance strategic thinking with operational excellence. This role requires adaptability to support a growing portfolio a focus on compliance and a commitment to achieving Modernas goals.

Heres What Youll Do

Responsibilities will vary and may include contract implementation and maintenance pricing customer eligibility and membership chargebacks and rebates. The Manager will combine hands-on execution with process oversight cross-functional coordination and continuous improvement.

• Own and directly execute implementation and maintenance activities within assigned areas translating executed contract terms into accurate system setup and operational requirements.
• Oversee accurate and timely payments for Chargebacks and Rebates within assigned areas and ensure effective resolution of any disputes in partnership with internal teams and external Wholesaler partners.
• Manage outsourced Contract Operations services where applicable by holding service providers accountable for delivering high-quality results and meeting company standards.
• Design and perform quality-assurance reconciliation and monitoring processes across internal systems and external partner data; investigate discrepancies identify root causes and drive resolution.
• Build strong collaboration with internal teams (Commercial Operations Finance Digital and Sales) and external partners (Wholesalers/Distributors and Contract Owners) to ensure smooth workflows and transparency.
• Lead the creation and reporting of operational metrics and dashboards covering timeliness backlog and aging data quality issue trends payment activities and service-provider performance as applicable providing insights that drive better decisions and improve performance.
• Ensure all SOX controls are met and documented and provide support for audits and compliance initiatives.
• Maintain scalable operating procedures controls workflow governance logs training materials and business-continuity practices for assigned Contract Operations activities.
• Drive continuous improvement by streamlining contracting processes and enhancing operational efficiency to meet stakeholder needs.
• Responsibly leverage AI-enabled tools and automation to improve data validation analysis and operational efficiency while applying appropriate human judgment and adhering to company policies and data governance requirements.

Heres What Youll Need (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelors degree in business healthcare or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in contract management pricing or Market Access in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Knowledge of contract administration or revenue management systems and processes relevant to the assigned area such as Pricing Customer Eligibility Membership management Chargebacks or Rebates. Model N experience preferred.
• Experience managing operational processes and driving accountability for results across internal teams and external partners.

Heres What Youll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Expertise in Contract Operations:
  • Strong understanding of U.S. pharmaceutical market dynamics including pricing reimbursement and contracting.
  • Proficiency in interpreting and operationalizing executed contract terms to meet business needs.
  • Familiarity with SOX compliance and contract governance processes.
• Data and Systems:
  • Strong Excel reporting dashboard and data-analysis skills; experience with system enhancements testing automation or AI tools is a plus.
• Leadership and Collaboration Skills:
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and hold external partners accountable for outcomes.
  • Proven track record in driving process improvements and creating innovative solutions to operational challenges.
  • Experience building strong relationships across teams to align priorities and achieve goals.
• Problem-Solving and Communication:
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate challenges and develop effective solutions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex topics clearly.
  • Confidence in negotiating and influencing outcomes with internal and external stakeholders.
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth transformational company that is Bold Relentless Curious and Collaborative.

Our Working Model

As we build our company we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation teamwork and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn contribute and make a meaningful impact.

Moderna is a smoke-free alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna we believe that when you feel your best you can do your best work. Thats why our benefits and well-being resources are designed to support youat work at home and everywhere in between.

• Competitive healthcare plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
• A holistic approach to well-being with access to fitness mindfulness and mental health support
• Family planning benefits including fertility adoption and surrogacy support
• Generous paid time off including vacation volunteer days sabbatical global recharge days and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savings and investments to help you plan for the future
• Location-specific perks and extras

The salary range for this role is $109200.00 - $174600.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individuals position within the salary range will be based on several factors including but not limited to specific competencies relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills performance and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus other incentive compensation or equity award subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010 we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission values and mindsets every day our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients our employees the environment and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine we invite you to visit to learn more about our current opportunities.

Equal Opportunities

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a persons race color sex gender identity or expression age religion national origin ancestry or citizenship ethnicity disability military or protected veteran status genetic information sexual orientation marital or familial status or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day please apply!

Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.

Accommodations

Were focused on attracting retaining developing and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences backgrounds and ideas we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at .

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