Director, Specialty Trade & Market Access Strategy

7505 Caremark, L.L.C.; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Job summary

CVS Health seeks a Lead Director Specialty Trade Relations to drive strategies in procurement, distribution and access with pharmaceutical manufacturers. You will manage high-level supplier relationships, optimize cost of goods, and advance specialty services across multiple business units.

The role requires senior-level contracting experience, strategic vision, and ability to balance competing priorities. Travel up to 20% and collaboration across teams are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years work experience in pharma contracting, specialty pharmacy, healthcare, or related fields.
• 8 years experience in specialty pharmacy, healthcare, contracting or pharmaceutical industry required.
• Experience in business development and contracting with senior-level audiences.
• Ability to travel up to 20% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate development and negotiation of contracts with pharma/manufacturer partners.
• Guide manufacturer strategy, account relationship management, and cost management.
• Develop procurement, distribution, and rebate-based strategies.
• Lead negotiations to improve cost of goods and drive efficiencies.
• Mentor junior colleagues and provide cross-functional collaboration guidance.

Skills

Contracting experience

Negotiation

Business development

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Job description

CVS Health seeks a Lead Director Specialty Trade Relations to drive strategies in procurement, distribution and access with pharmaceutical manufacturers. You will manage high-level supplier relationships, optimize cost of goods, and advance specialty services across multiple business units.

The role requires senior-level contracting experience, strategic vision, and ability to balance competing priorities. Travel up to 20% and collaboration across teams are essential.