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Overview

The Vice President-Pharmacy will develop and execute the pharmacy strategy and vision for the company and ensure alignment with the overall business goals and objectives. The VP will be responsible for continuously assessing the healthcare environment for emerging trends and identifying opportunities to manage the pharmacy spend. The VP will lead a team of professionals and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to optimize the pharmacy benefit design. This will include formulary management, provider engagement, utilization, quality, and cost while ensuring federal and state regulatory compliance. The Vice President of Pharmacy will also oversee the clinical programs and initiatives related to pharmacy and has oversight of all vendors contracted to provide Rx services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. PharmD or MBA degree preferred. Current, unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in New York State required.

• Ten (10) years of health-related and/or pharmaceutical industry experience with knowledge and expertise in pharmacy benefit design, utilization, quality, and cost management.

• Five (5) years of management experience required.

• Experience in successful strategic planning and strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to use data and evidence to drive results.

• Operational expertise sufficient to understand and successfully manage the clinical and pharmacy operations processes.

• Experience in negotiating, contracting and claims payment of pharmaceutical services.

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills with emphasis on diplomacy, negotiation and persuasiveness and interaction with multiple levels of management.

• Proven examples of displaying the IH values: Passionate, Caring, Respectful, Trustworthy, Respectful and Accountable.

Essential Accountabilities

Strategic Planning

• Develop and implement pharmacy strategy and objectives to ensure alignment with corporate goals while maintaining efficiency and adherence to all regulatory requirements across product lines.

• Develop and deliver annual business plan for the department.

• Develop and oversee departmental budget.

• Utilize industry, competitive and product intelligence for planning and operations.

Formulary Development and Management

• Establish, update, and maintain formularies for all LOB and products. Oversee the negotiation and management of all pharmaceutical contracts and rebate programs.

• Collaborate with Pharmacy Benefit Dimensions to establish and maintain a robust retail pharmacy network. Seek opportunities to partner with retail pharmacy to deliver additional member value, including medication adherence and improved chronic disease management.

• Oversee delegation and reporting to delegated functions for all Independent Health lines of business ensuring compliance with all regulatory and quality requirements.

• Ensure organizational resource alignment and cross functional support is provided to Independent Health’s affiliate organizations.

Leadership

• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the pharmacy team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, such as providers, members, regulators, vendors, and industry associations.

• Ensure the right skill sets are in place to drive business results.

• Support and communicate corporate business decisions and ensure team understanding of decisions and how their roles impact organizational success.

• Align team goals with the organization’s Mission, Vision, Values and strategic priorities.

Compliance/Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with the corporate risk management plan and other regulatory requirements. Maintain strict adherence to state and federal compliance policies. Protect confidential business information and data to minimize risk to the organization.

• Provide oversight and management of vendors to ensure service levels and performance guarantees are met, in accordance with all regulatory compliance requirements.

Population Health and Quality

• Stay abreast of the latest trends, developments, and innovations in the pharmacy industry, and identify opportunities for improvement and growth.

• Develop programs and initiatives in support of the organization’s quality goals.

Hiring Compensation Range: $225,000 - $275,000 annually + Incentive

Compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to skills, education, location and experience.

In addition to base compensation, associates may be eligible for a scorecard incentive, full range of benefits and generous paid time off. The base salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, Independent Health and its affiliates will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship and immigration status, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law. Click here (http://www.independenthealth.com/about/careers/additional-eeo-aap-information) for additional EEO/AAP or Reasonable Accommodation information.

Current Associates must apply internally via the Job Hub app.

The Independent Health Family of Companies, headquartered in Buffalo, NY, serves nearly 400,000 members and provides innovative health care products and benefits designed to engage consumers in their health and well-being. Established in 1980, our comprehensive portfolio includes Pharmacy Benefit Dimensions, Reliance Rx, Nova Healthcare Administrators, Care for You and the Independent Health Foundation.

Our culture sets us apart. Our core values drive who we are and the work we do. As a member of our family, you’re part of something special, in your work and in the community.

We understand and appreciate that everyone has unique experiences, perspectives and identities which is why we pledge to create a safe space where all people and ideas are welcomed. We are here to continue learning and to generate important dialog.

We are committed to doing what matters most - reaching out, working together, and caring for our community. A healthy community benefits everyone who lives in it. You too can be part of making difference in the lives of others, together we achieve so much more. Please click here (http://www.independenthealth.com/about/community-report) to view our Community Reports.

Apply today and join us on the journey to a happier, healthier, and more inclusive community.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. We are a drug-free workplace. An applicant for employment in need of an accommodation to participate in the application and recruitment process should contact Human Resources at: accommodations@independenthealth.com or Human Resources, 511 Farber Lakes Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221.

Please note, we do not accept unsolicited resumes. We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.