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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Program Manager, Pharmacy Services Contracts will coordinate and facilitate contract administrative activities for all vendor agreements related to pharmaceutical wholesaler distribution, technology, pharmacy services, and non-drug pharmacy products for Advantus HP’s pharmacy GPO offering. The position will be responsible for qualitative and economical assessment to determine preferred 503B vendors to incorporate into the Advantus HP’s contractual portfolio. The manager participates in the pharmacy supply chain program team’s strategic planning, preparation, and reporting to both internal stakeholders and external members. Promotes quality improvement, process optimization, and data-driven decisions. Through comprehensive qualitative and cost analysis, the role will provide guidance towards standardized products, aligning with established pharmacy governance decisions.
Essential Job Functions
Coordinates all business services and contractual arrangements related to pharmaceutical wholesaler distribution, including primary, secondary, and direct arrangements. More so, will develop overarching strategies that provide direct value to AHP and its members through pharmaceutical distribution contracts.
Facilitates the sourcing process for pharmacy technology, pharmacy services, and non-drug pharmacy product category from spend assessment through supplier selection for AHP. Negotiate complex agreements with ownership of all business, pricing, and commercial terms. Manage ongoing pricing via market intelligence and analytic sourcing strategies.
Provides strategic oversight and operational accountability to Advantus HP’s pharmacy service offerings to client members including failure-to-supply program, price parity assurance, and price verification program.
Total cost optimization via advanced sourcing and quality assurance techniques. Focus on standardization and simplification to achieve operational and cost efficiencies without compromising standards of care.
Leads and executes a supplier performance management program for pharmacy services ensuring a strong and resilient product pipeline.
Thought leader and active contributor to the business by maintaining a strong knowledge of the category, supplier capabilities, market trends, and technological advances.
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
None
Education
Bachelor’s degree (required)
Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or related discipline (preferred)
Work Experience
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a complex supply chain sourcing and procurement leadership role (required)
Additional training, clinical or business (preferred)
Healthcare experience (preferred)
Clinical experience depending on category assignments (preferred)
Training
None
Language
None
Patient Population
Not applicable to this position
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.
General office environment.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X
Stoop, Kneel X
Crawling X
Climbing X
Balance X
Bending X
Work Position
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Sitting X
Walking X
Standing X
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Hazards
Not applicable to this position
Skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, email, intranet, internet, and other systems
Outstanding supply chain management and analytic skills
Proficient use of ERP systems, sourcing tools
Excellent Supply chain systems and financial reporting acumen.
Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and lead a team to accomplish established objectives
Strong attention to detail and focus on problem solving
Strong leadership, motivational ability
Conflict resolution
Ability to work well with and guide others, direct change, maintain positive attitude and strength in leadership
Works at high level of delegation
Outstanding communication skills and technical competence
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 (url removed). 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 (url removed)
