SVP Pharmacy Supply Chain (Remote)

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association; California (MO); Remote; USD 201,000 - 283,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Vice President for Pharmacy Supply Chain. This pivotal role involves leading strategy and operational excellence in the pharmacy supply chain, ensuring compliance and efficiency across networks. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in healthcare finance and a strong background in pharmacy benefits management. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of pharmacy supply chain solutions, working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders in a dynamic environment. If you are passionate about improving healthcare access and affordability, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) match

Lifestyle spending account

11 holidays

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in senior healthcare finance or operations.
• Strong background in pharmacy benefits management and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and operations for pharmacy supply chain pricing contracts.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize operational policies.

Skills

Leadership in healthcare finance

Pharmacy benefits management

Data management tools

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The hiring range for this role is:

201,392.00 - 282,440.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the hiring range, and this range may also be modified in the future. A candidate's position within the range may be based on factors such as competencies, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual bonus incentive pay.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, 11 holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, a generous 401(k) match, lifestyle spending account, and other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No pay amount is considered wages or compensation until earned, vested, and determinable. Bonus, commission, or other compensation remains at the company's sole discretion unless paid and may be modified at the company's discretion, consistent with law.

Synergie Medication Collective is a medication contracting organization founded by Blue Cross and Blue Shield affiliated companies, focused on improving affordability and access to prescription drugs for nearly 100 million Americans.

The Senior Vice President Pharmacy Supply Chain is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping the organization’s success by driving strategy, operational excellence, and client satisfaction for Synergie's pharmacy supply chain solutions. This role involves leading engagement with pharmacy network providers and supply chain vendors, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and service quality, and offers a unique opportunity to lead in a growing healthcare segment.

Primary Job Functions

1. Lead strategy, implementation, operations, and financial analysis of pharmacy supply chain pricing contracts for health plan clients and pharmacy benefit administrators.
2. Implement processes for effective management of the pharmacy supply chain, ensuring drug contract compliance, and communicating strategies to plan participants.
3. Collaborate across Blue Cross Blue Shield organizations to ensure operational and financial success with plan stakeholders.
4. Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and best practices in collaboration with stakeholders to optimize performance.
5. Oversee financial and operational performance of pharmacy supply chain products, proactively identifying areas for improvement.
6. Build and develop a small team, fostering a culture of service and performance.

Education, Experience, and Certification

Education

Required: Bachelor's Degree

Preferred: Master's Degree

Experience

Required: 15 years of success in senior healthcare finance, underwriting, operations, or supply chain leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in the prescription drug delivery industry and data management tools.
• Leadership experience in projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Strong background in pharmacy benefits management, networks, and healthcare payer pricing.
• Knowledge of financial controls, auditing, customer service, claims, market research, and contract administration.
• Experience with Blue Cross Blue Shield plans is preferred.
• Proven success in growth initiatives within healthcare environments.
• Leadership skills in vision setting, coaching, and results delivery.
• Strong analytical, planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Hands-on problem-solving approach.
• Ability to influence health plan leaders positively.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in information technologies like Microsoft Office.

Financial Responsibilities

Revenue Responsibility: No

Budget Responsibility: Yes

People Management: Yes

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