Director, Pharmacy Program Strategy

Gainwell Technologies; Town of Texas (WI); Remote; USD 137,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Gainwell Technologies is seeking a Director, Pharmacy Program Strategy to lead pharmacy program development and strategic initiatives. This role involves collaborating with executive teams and managing vendor contracts while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have extensive pharmacy experience and strong leadership skills, contributing to the company's mission of improving healthcare.

Benefits

Flexible vacation

401(k) match

Health coverage

Educational assistance

Leadership development programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of pharmacy-related experience.
• Experience interacting with healthcare clients.
• Proven leadership in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for Pharmacy program design, development, execution, and performance.
• Conducts market surveillance to understand demands and client pain points.
• Supports state needs through RFP and bid proposals.

Skills

Strategic planning

Communication

Financial analysis

Education

Advanced degree

Job description

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Great companies need great teams to propel their operations. Join the group that solves business challenges and enhances the way we work and grow. Working at Gainwell carries its rewards. You’ll have an incredible opportunity to grow your career in a company that values your contributions and puts a premium on work flexibility, learning, and career development.

Summary

GainwellRx is our solution and business platform to support states and Medicaid members across the country for prescription drug related business processes and member experiences. The Director, Pharmacy Program Strategy will serve a key role within the pharmacy business, interfacing with all leaders of the executive leadership team, State Sector Leaders, Account General Managers, and industry vendors/partners. The role directly supports Gainwell’s pharmacy growth strategies, opportunity pipeline, projections, state strategies, and financial performance.

The Director, Pharmacy Programs is a strategic thinker who analyzes market trends, customer needs, and the competitive landscape to develop effective product and program strategies. They work closely with market, sales, operations, and product teams to ensure that new programs and solutions meet customer needs, regulatory requirements, and corporate goals. The role has overall responsibility for pharmacy program development, design, execution, and performance, with direct oversight of teams involved in managing Pharmacy programs.

Your role in our mission

• Partners with Pharmacy executive team to drive business strategy and development through insights and analysis.
• Overall responsibility for Pharmacy program design, development, execution, and performance.
• Conducts market surveillance to understand demands and client pain points, ensuring a robust and competitive offering of Pharmacy programs, services, and solutions.
• Provides analysis of financial performance, growth forecasts, pipeline projections, and value modeling for new solutions.
• Collaborates with VP of Growth, State Sector Leaders, and Account General Managers on bid pipeline analysis and state strategy development.
• Supports state needs through RFP and bid proposals in support of the Pharmacy Center of Excellence.
• Aligns proposal requirements with business execution plans.
• Manages and optimizes vendor contracts.
• Drives key initiatives supporting strategy, growth, and business development.
• Reports on the status of initiatives and aligns resources for delivery.
• Assists in developing growth plans and market strategies for the executive team.
• Prepares strategy materials and presentations.
• Supports analysis for business development projects and key initiatives.
• Supports Pharmacy segment P&L management and Rx cost optimization strategies.
• Delivers analysis and supports business cases for new investments.
• Leads industry relations and partnerships for GainwellRx.
• Serves as an industry expert, interfacing with clients, vendors, and partners.
• Collaborates across teams and drives new ideas and concepts.

What we’re looking for

• Advanced degree or significant related experience.
• 10+ years of pharmacy-related experience.
• Skills in strategic planning, communication, and financial analysis.
• Experience interacting with healthcare clients.
• Proven leadership in cross-functional teams and projects.
• Excellent communication skills, including with senior executives.
• Innovative thinker with strong leadership abilities.

What you should expect in this role

• This position is 100% remote, with approximately 20% travel.
• Application deadline: May 25, 2025.
• Salary range: $137,100 - $195,800 annually, varies by region and experience.
• Benefits include flexible vacation, 401(k) match, health coverage, educational assistance, and leadership development programs.

Join Gainwell to be part of a company dedicated to improving healthcare. We value collaboration, innovation, and inclusion. Learn more about us on our website and careers page.

Gainwell Technologies is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all.