Pharmaceutical Agreements Manager Hybrid

WHO WE ARE

When it comes to health were always looking for waysto push for better. Its why we were founded in the first 1957 ourfounder pharmacist William Wilkinson witnessed a mother sacrifice her healthby forgoing her own medicine to pay for her sick daughters prescription. Heknew there had to be a better way. So he introduced North Americas firstprepaid drug plan and GreenShield was born as a non-profit with a missionto support better health for all Canadians.

We arent just a health and benefits company. Werethe only non-profit social enterprise that brings worlds of coverage andcare together all in one place.
Were noble challengers purposefully building a betterway and we need the best people to help us create a more holistic approach thattakes care of the mind and body.

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

THEROLE IN A NUTSHELL

Base Salary: CAD $72521.00 - 109341.00

The Pharmaceutical Agreements Manager is a member of the Pharmacy team and is the main point of contact for external stakeholders (pharmaceutical manufacturers vendors private payors etc.) regarding GreenShields drug pricing negotiations and innovative program implementation to ultimately create solutions that improve access to better health for plan members partners and plan sponsors while achieving cost-sustainability. Opportunity to shape GreenShields drug strategy and lead innovative agreements that are transforming access to care in Canada.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Lead pricing negotiations with pharmaceutical manufacturers to deliver sustainable cost savings while improving access to innovative therapies for plan members.
• Collaborates with external stakeholders primarily the 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.
• Participates as a voting member of Pharmaceutical & Therapeutics committee considering and evaluating all drug reviews.
• Provides drug plan management expertise to clients providers and suppliers as required.
• Assists in the development of internal and external communications related to GreenShield drug management strategies.
• Represents GreenShield in industry peer groups external presentations and conferences to reinforce GreenShields 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.
• Work closely with other business units such as Operations Sales Finance and IT as required.
• Demonstrates leadership influence agility and accountability to achieve objectives.
• Model GreenShields mission values and leadership behaviours in all interactions.

WHO WERE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelors degree in business pharmacy life sciences or healthcare-related field (advanced degree or professional designation an asset)
• 5 years experience in the pharmaceutical sector with a strong understanding of drug approval market access and reimbursement systems in Canada (including private insurance)
• Proven success in contract and pricing negotiations with a track record of building strategic partnerships
• Ability to review and interpret economic evidence and scientific literature to support decision-making
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills including the ability to influence at senior levels
• Strong analytical research and organizational skills; able to create financial models in Excel
• Results-oriented with a history of delivering innovative solutions
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across functions
• High personal integrity accountability and commitment to delivering results

NICE TO HAVE

• Bilingual in English and French
• Experience in group benefits private health insurance or pharmacy benefit management
• Registered Pharmacist license
• Advanced degree in life sciences health economics or experience in health economic modeling

THE CULTURE

We believe a career should be meaningful. Not just ameans to earn a living. Our culture is one where everyones voice is heard andvalued. Because thats what it takesto create better health for all. We dare to challenge the status quo. And weredriven by people who have challenged theirs. We believe that yourworkplace should empower you to be the best version of yourself. Thats why we provide aplace 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 arecritical to our overall success. Inclusivity makes us a stronger smarter andmore informed organization. Being intentionally inclusive of diversebackgrounds perspectives and experiences will enhance our company culture topositively impact how we support our communities. A career at GreenShield isnt just about personalachievements its about making adifference together.

Heres to Better Health for All!

AFEW MORE DETAILS

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

GS supports diversity equity andinclusion in our teams and communities and we value the unique contributionsmade by all. Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly to everyrequirement we invite you to apply. We encourage applications fromall candidates and will accommodate needs under human rights legislationthroughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please let usknow of any accommodation through Information received relating toaccommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Providing this information givesGS consent to use your personal information to assess your suitability forspecific positions future opportunities or for your personnel file. Yourrésumé will be held in strict confidence and will be viewed only by theOrganization. Information may be stored outside of Canada and could be used foraggregate statistical purposes (which uses no personal identification).

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Manager

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 72521 - 109341