PHARMACEUTICAL AGREEMENTS MANAGER

WHO WE ARE

When it comes to health, we’re always looking for waysto push for better. It’s why we were founded in the first place. In 1957, our founder, pharmacist William Wilkinson, witnessed a mother sacrifice her health by forgoing her own medicine to pay for her sick daughter’s prescription. He knew there had to be a better way. So, he introduced North America’s first prepaid drug plan, and GreenShield was born as a not-for-profit with a mission to support better health for all Canadians.

We aren’t just a health and benefits company. We’re the only not-for-profit social enterprise that brings worlds of coverage and care together, all in one place.
We’re noble challengers, purposefully building a better way and we need the best people to help us create a more holistic approach that takes care of the mind and body.

Our mission is to create better health for all Canadians, and we know that starts with our employees.

THE ROLE IN A NUTSHELL

The Pharmaceutical Agreements Manager is a member of the Pharmacy Innovation team and is the main point of contact for external stakeholders (pharmaceutical manufacturers, vendors, private payors, etc.) regarding GreenShield’s drug pricing negotiations and innovative program implementation to ultimately create solutions that improve access to better health for plan members, partners and plan sponsors.

This position reports to the Manager, Pharmaceutical Agreements:

• Leads pricing negotiations with pharmaceutical manufacturers for specific drug therapies and medical products to ensure cost sustainability
• Participates as a voting member of Pharmaceutical & Therapeutics committee, considering and evaluating all drug reviews
• Collaborates with external stakeholders – pharmaceutical industry - regarding strategies and approaches for supporting listing of new drug treatments
• Develops and sustains strong relationships with stakeholders in the drug approval and reimbursement landscape.
• Represents GreenShield in industry peer groups, external presentations, and conferences to reinforce GreenShield’s position as a leading Pharmacy Benefits Manager (PBM)
• Collaborates with pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers on innovative programs, including outcome-based agreements tying reimbursement to achievement of patient health outcomes.
• Develop strategies regarding formulary management in cooperation with internal Pharmacy Strategy and Pharmacy Operations teams
• Assists in the development of internal and external communications related to GreenShield drug management strategies
• Work closely with other business units such as Operations, Sales, Finance, third party processing and IT as required
• Provides drug plan management expertise to clients, providers, and suppliers as required
• Demonstrates leadership, influence, agility, and accountability to achieve objectives
• Embraces GreenShield’s Mission and Values, as well as GreenShield leadership behaviours

• A university degree in business or healthcare
• At least 5 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical sector
• Skilled negotiator; experienced in developing strategic partnerships and agreements
• Experience in negotiating contracts, prices and terms
• Strong understanding of drug approval, market access, and reimbursement system in Canada, and the role of private insurance
• The ability to critically appraise economic evidence and scientific literature, and analyze and report model results
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
• Results oriented with strong strategic thinking capabilities, with a track record of delivering innovative ideas with demonstrated success
• Seasoned and passionate communicator who excels in visioning, networking and collaboration, including cross-functional integration
• Excellent research, analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills – Microsoft Office suite. Ability to create financial models in Excel
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment
• Approach scope of work with a Continuous Improvement lens, identifying process enhancements and efficiencies
• Strong personal integrity and work ethic; takes responsibility; likes to be held accountable for results.

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience in the group benefits/health insurance industry
• Registered Pharmacist License
• A degree in health economics or experience in health economic modeling and appraisal.
  
  
  

THE CULTURE

We believe a career should be meaningful. Not just a means to earn a living. Our culture is one where everyone's voice is heard and valued. Because that’s what it takes to create better health for all. We dare to challenge the status quo. And we’re driven by people who have challenged theirs. We believe that your workplace should empower you to be the best version of yourself. That’s why we provide a place where you can be inspired, challenged, and rewarded.

Where your growth means our growth.
Where your voice is heard and valued.
Where your work has purpose. And purpose matters.

We believe our people are critical to our overall success. Inclusivity makes us a stronger, smarter and more informed organization. Being intentionally inclusive of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences will enhance our company culture to positively impact how we support our communities. A career at GreenShield isn’t just about personal achievements, it's about making a difference together.

Here’s to Better Health for All!

A FEW MORE DETAILS

Proficiency in English is required for this position. As part of this role, you will be required to communicate with colleagues or customers who use English as their primary language. By requiring English proficiency for this position, we aim to ensure that our employees can excel in their roles, collaborate, and communicate effectively, and contribute to the success of our organization.

GS supports diversity, equity and inclusion in our teams and communities, and we value the unique contributions made by all. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly to every requirement, we invite you to apply. We encourage applications from all candidates and will accommodate needs under human rights legislation throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please let us know of any accommodation through . Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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