Manager, Pharmacy Operations & Advocacy

Job Description

Joining AbbVie means, you will be part of a team of outstanding professionals dedicated to making a remarkable impact on patients' lives. At AbbVie, we conduct ground-breaking science on a global scale every day. AbbVie Canada is one of the Best Workplaces in Canada whereby 98% of our employees are proud to say they work for AbbVie and 96% are proud of how we contribute to the community.

When choosing your career path, choose to be remarkable.

AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people’s lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women’s health, and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.

We have an opportunity for a Manager, Pharmacy Operations & Advocacy to join our Pharmacy Partnership & Strategy team for an 18-month term. In alignment with our corporate strategies, the Manager, Pharmacy Operations & Advocacy is responsible for developing and managing relations with important pharmacy stakeholders in Canada to support the Pharmacy Strategy & Market Access team. This position is based in either Quebec (Saint-Laurent) or Ontario (Markham).

Key responsibilities:

Manager, Pharmacy Operations & Advocacy is the Pharmacy Profession subject matter expert at AbbVie. As part of the Pharmacy Partnership & Strategy team, the individual will play a key role in the development and deployment of initiatives impacting pharmacists across all departments. This individual will collaborate closely with Market Access and other cross functional groups to achieve business objectives.

• Contribute to the growth of the business, as well as the strategic direction of the Pharmacy Partnership & Strategy team by:
  • Acting as an SME for pharmacy and collaborate across the team to deliver on both team & department objectives
  • Acting as the main point of contact with pharmacy associations to gather insights & identify how we can collaborate with their members to advance our impact in pharmacy
  • Identify & monitoring the changing rights of pharmacists across Canada (prescribing rights, therapeutic substitution, and expanded scope) as well as the opportunities for our brands and the therapeutic areas we serve
  • Provide guidance and recommendations at all levels of the organization concerning the impact and feasibility of pharmacy dedicated initiatives
  • As a member of several brand teams, identify and execute on pharmacy opportunities that are aligned with the strategic priorities of the brand teams
• Organize and/or lead external discussions, initiatives, and communications with pharmacy HCPs in collaboration with commercial & market access
  • Coordination & execution of pharmacy advisory board meetings for insight gathering
  • Identify and evaluate the best options on how to connect & communicate with pharmacists depending on business needs
  • Partner with the Market Access Team to develop strategies to address government and/or payer policy changes as it relates to pharmacy
  • Manage & lead relationships with Pharmacist KOLs across Canada
  • Establish & build connections with university pharmacy faculty in collaboration with the market access team
  • Lead / support pharmacy & pharmacist initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional colleagues (Health Education, Corporate Affairs, & Commercial)
• Coordination & Support of RFPs
  • Work with third party & internal colleagues to ensure timely response & submission of RFPs
  • Identify opportunities in hospital pharmacy space (as required)

Qualifications

Education / Experience required:

• Bachelor of Science degree in science or another related field. Being a Registered Pharmacist would be considered a great asset.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian Healthcare system is required
• Previous experience in relevant roles requiring a comprehensive understanding of both the pharmaceutical industry & pharmacy landscape in Canada (minimum of five to eight years)
• Proven track record in pharmacy advocacy, stakeholder management & pharmacy operations.

Essential skills and abilities:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Ability to think strategically in a dynamic and changing landscape
• Strong organizational and project management skills to balance multiple projects and priorities
• Cross-functional leadership skills and team player; able to lead without direct authority
• Strong communication skills both oral and written
• Strong strategic and influencing skills
• Travel required about 20 % of the time.
• Valid driver’s license and passport.

Additional Information

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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