Pharmacy Benefits Consultant

Henderson Brothers; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Pharmacy Benefits Consultant to enhance client healthcare decisions through data-driven strategies and industry expertise. In this pivotal role, you will partner with the Director of Pharmacy to design and implement effective pharmacy benefit strategies. You will leverage your extensive experience to guide clients in optimizing their pharmacy benefits while ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector, fostering relationships and delivering tailored solutions that drive better outcomes for clients. If you are passionate about healthcare and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position is an excellent fit for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in pharmacy benefits consulting or provider organizations.
• Expertise in PBM operations and clinical cost-containment strategies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor on pharmacy benefits design and performance.
• Lead performance reviews and support RFP processes and contract negotiations.

Skills

Pharmacy Benefits Consulting

Client Relationship Management

Data Analysis

Strategic Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Epic

Applied Systems

Job description

At Henderson Brothers, we empower our clients to make smarter healthcare decisions, backed by data, strategy, and deep industry knowledge. We’re looking for a Pharmacy Benefits Consultant to join our growing Pharmacy Consulting Practice and help clients navigate the ever-evolving pharmacy benefits landscape.

In this high-impact role, you’ll work alongside our Director of Pharmacy, leveraging your expertise to help clients design, implement, and manage pharmacy benefit strategies that are cost-effective, clinically sound, and future-ready.

What You’ll Do:

1. Serve as a strategic advisor to clients on pharmacy benefits design, utilization, PBM performance, and emerging trends
2. Lead quarterly performance reviews, renewals, and ongoing pharmacy strategy discussions
3. Deliver insights through detailed data analysis and reporting, identifying areas for optimization and cost containment
4. Support RFP processes, PBM implementations, and contract negotiations
5. Collaborate with internal teams, including consultants, data analysts, and health strategists, to build integrated health and welfare strategies
6. Present solutions and strategies to both clients and prospects, supporting sales and client retention
7. All other duties as assigned

What You Bring:

1. Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or a related field
2. 5+ years of pharmacy benefits consulting or experience within a provider organization
3. Expertise in PBM operations, plan design, industry compliance, and clinical cost-containment strategies
4. Strong client relationship management and communication skills
5. Data-driven decision making and strategic problem-solving
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (Epic or Applied Systems a plus)
7. A proactive mindset with a collaborative spirit

Who You Are:

You’re not just a consultant, you’re a trusted advisor. You're passionate about healthcare and driven to help clients make informed decisions that lead to better outcomes and long-term success.

You're someone who thrives on integrity, kindness, teamwork, and heroic service, delivering the highest level of care and attention to everything we do.