Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Manager of Business Operations – Pharmacy will promote and manage Advantus pharmacy business services to external members along with efforts to provide strategical business direction and oversight across the internal Advantus pharmacy services team. More precisely, the director will drive efforts in developing, marketing, and managing pharmacy supply chain business solutions including GPO offerings, pharmacy consultant services, and operational supply chain capabilities to potential members. The position will be integral in gleaning drug and pharmacy intelligence from a multitude of sources to compile, craft, and communicate relevant and needed pharmaceutical information and business objectives to both the broader Advantus team and members. The position requires significant teamwork and collaboration across all aspects of the Advantus team creating optimal business solutions aimed towards achieving cost leadership, consolidated logistics, and operational efficiencies.
Essential Job Functions
An expert in the field of supply chain pharmacy, capable of providing insight and intelligence towards current business trends and practices with drug manufacturers, drug wholesalers, and pharmacy services firms
Assist in marketing and managing customer relationship and needs towards Advantus pharmacy business services
Provide business analytics, detailed reports, and decision support pertaining to potential future members and clients related to GPO portfolio integration, reimbursement analysis, pharmacy consultant services, and/or supply chain pharmacy operational capabilities.
Will compile relevant information from expanded team in developing strategy to mitigate and/or overcome drug shortages with core vendors including manufacturers, wholesalers, and 503B related firms to create a resilient supply chain for Advantus HP.
Lead GPO integration efforts across the broader Advantus pharmacy services team for future members
The manager will be responsible for leading pharmacy supply chain consultant services to external clients through a multi-faceted approach including contract optimization, purchasing compliance, inventory enhancements, and product standardization.
In collaboration with the pharmacy services team will develop and implement unique and new-to-market GPO business practices and services for associated clients and members
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required)
Education
Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)
Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred)
Work Experience
Minimum 2 years' leadership experience,
5 years’ experience in industry roles with a complex pharmacy supply chain, pharmaceutical manufacturer, drug wholesaler, or GPO
Skills
Ability to work well with and guide others
Direct change
Maintain positive attitude and strength in leadership
Self-starter / works at high level of delegation
Outstanding supply chain management and analytic skills (ERP systems, sourcing tools, Excel, Access, Powerpoint)
Outstanding communication skills and technical competence
Excellent Supply chain systems and financial reporting acumen
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com