Senior Pharmacy Strategy Leader: Cost-of-Care Innovation

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 89,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive bonus

401(k) with employer match

PTO

Health benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

Blue Cross NC is seeking a Senior Strategic Advisor to leverage pharmacy expertise and drive cost-of-care savings, innovative programs, and partnership growth across the enterprise. The role leads strategic initiatives, analyzes market trends, and collaborates with PBMs, vendors, and leaders to realize sustainable value and improved member outcomes.

You will present insights to senior leadership and shape investment priorities, combining financial analysis with strategic execution to advance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience in healthcare strategy, business development, product innovation, market development, consulting, pharmacy operations, or related strategic functions.
• OR Master's degree with 3+ years of experience in healthcare strategy, business development, product innovation, market development, consulting, pharmacy operations, or related strategic functions.
• Experience leading cross-functional programs, projects, and strategic initiatives from opportunity assessment through execution and value realization.
• Strong business development, product strategy, financial analysis acumen, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and lead innovative pharmacy strategies that reduce cost of care, improve member outcomes, and support enterprise growth.
• Develop and optimize pharmacy products, programs, and partnerships to create new revenue streams and enhance market competitiveness.
• Evaluate emerging industry, regulatory, and technology trends to identify strategic opportunities and risks.
• Conduct complex financial, operational, and market analyses to support strategic decision-making and investment priorities.
• Present strategic recommendations and business insights to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Build and manage relationships with PBMs, vendors, and partners to accelerate innovation and value creation.
• Serve as a pharmacy strategy expert and collaborate across the enterprise to advance business objectives.
• Lead the execution, measurement, and continuous improvement of strategic initiatives that deliver sustainable enterprise value.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Product strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Blue Cross NC is seeking a Senior Strategic Advisor to leverage pharmacy expertise and drive cost-of-care savings, innovative programs, and partnership growth across the enterprise. The role leads strategic initiatives, analyzes market trends, and collaborates with PBMs, vendors, and leaders to realize sustainable value and improved member outcomes.

You will present insights to senior leadership and shape investment priorities, combining financial analysis with strategic execution to advance