Pharmacy Executive IV

Vizient; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive eligible

Job summary

Vizient is seeking a senior-level pharmacist leader to optimize pharmacy program support, contract value, and portfolio compliance for assigned clients with high purchasing volume. You will build strong client relationships, deliver actionable insights through pharmacy analytics and business reviews, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify growth opportunities.

You will educate clients on program offerings, partner with management teams on contracting questions, and drive

Qualifications

• PharmD required; MBA in related field preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in pharmacy practice within a multi-system hospital environment with physician engagement required.
• Deep knowledge of pharmacy supply chain operations including distribution, sourcing, contracting, purchasing and compliance.
• ASHP-accredited pharmacy residency preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate contracting opportunities, optimize portfolio performance and drive savings.
• Experience using analytics, reporting platforms and performance metrics to support recommendations.
• Strong client relationship management, executive presentation and consultative communication skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate across teams and influence program adoption.
• Ability to travel regularly throughout the year to meet client needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with assigned clients, with a minimum of four in-person visits annually.
• Optimize portfolio performance by driving contract value, maximizing compliance and savings.
• Educate clients on program offerings, catalogs, reporting tools, resources and engagement opportunities.
• Partner with client teams to address contracting questions and connect with internal resources.
• Connect clients with analytics platforms and technology applications to support data-driven decisions.
• Serve as a liaison between clients and internal analytics, contracting, clinical and technology teams.
• Develop and deliver education and training to increase awareness and utilization of solutions.
• Identify and pursue new program sales opportunities, collaborating with sales teams and consultants.
• Conduct quarterly business reviews with client leadership to present metrics and insights.
• Prepare and deliver standardized quarterly reports highlighting performance and savings opportunities.
• Analyze purchasing patterns, contract utilization and clinical trends to identify improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address challenges and support strategic initiatives.
• Develop relationships with pharmacy and executive leadership to influence adoption and partnerships.

Skills

Client relationship management

Executive presentation

Consultative communication

Travel readiness

Pharmacy industry knowledge

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree

Master's degree in business or related field

Job description

When you’re the best, we’re the best. We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents while living and working as their authentic selves. We provide extensive opportunities for personal and professional development, building both employee competence and organizational capability to fuel exceptional performance through an inclusive environment both now and in the future.

Summary

In this role, you will optimize pharmacy program support, contract value, and portfolio compliance for assigned clients with significant pharmaceutical purchasing volume. You will build strong client relationships, deliver actionable insights through pharmacy analytics and business reviews, and increase awareness and utilization of pharmacy program offerings. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify growth opportunities, enhance client savings, and maximize the value of Vizient's pharmacy solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with assigned clients, conducting a minimum of four in-person visits annually to strengthen engagement, assess needs, and identify opportunities.
• Optimize pharmacy portfolio performance by driving contract value, maximizing compliance, and identifying opportunities to increase pharmaceutical purchasing and savings.
• Educate clients on pharmacy program offerings, including contract catalogs, reporting tools, clinical resources, communications, and peer-to-peer engagement opportunities.
• Partner with client management teams to address pharmacy contracting questions, resolve concerns, and connect clients with appropriate internal resources.
• Connect clients with pharmacy analytics platforms and technology applications, facilitating adoption and utilization to support data-driven decision-making.
• Serve as a liaison between clients and internal pharmacy analytics, contracting, clinical, and technology teams to ensure effective program support.
• Develop and deliver pharmacy program education and training to increase awareness, engagement, and utilization of available solutions.
• Identify and pursue new pharmacy program sales opportunities based on client needs, collaborating with sales teams and consultants to advance potential solutions.
• Conduct quarterly business reviews with client leadership, including C-suite executives, to present performance metrics, strategic insights, and growth opportunities.
• Prepare and deliver standardized quarterly reports and presentations to clients and client management teams, highlighting pharmacy performance, contract value, and savings opportunities.
• Analyze pharmacy purchasing patterns, contract utilization, clinical trends, and financial performance to identify actionable recommendations and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address client challenges, improve pharmacy program performance, and support strategic initiatives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with pharmacy and executive leadership to understand organizational priorities, influence program adoption, and strengthen long-term client partnerships.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree required; master's degree in business or a related field preferred.
• 7 or more years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in pharmacy practice within a multi-system hospital environment with strong physician engagement required.
• Deep knowledge of pharmacy supply chain operations, including pharmaceutical distribution, sourcing, contracting, purchasing, and compliance.
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited pharmacy residency preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate pharmacy contracting opportunities, optimize portfolio performance, and drive measurable savings.
• Experience using pharmacy analytics, reporting platforms, and performance metrics to support strategic recommendations.
• Strong client relationship management, executive presentation, and consultative communication skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate across teams, identify business growth opportunities, and influence pharmacy program adoption.
• Ability to travel regularly and expeditiously throughout the year to meet clients’ needs and timetables.

Estimated Hiring Range

At Vizient, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances. The current salary range for this role is $135,200.00 to $236,600.00. This position is also incentive eligible.

Benefits

Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here: about-us/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.