5-7 years of experience in pharmacy benefit management
Licensed Pharmacist in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
Strong knowledge of pharmacy benefits regulations and competitive landscape
Superior analytical and communication skills, both verbal and written
Adept at managing ambiguity and simplifying complex issues
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Customer-focused with management experience
Bilingual in English and French is a plus.
Responsibilities
Lead development of pharmacy benefit management plan designs
Collaborate with external stakeholders on new products and policies
Provide expertise to clients and suppliers in pharmacy benefit management
Conduct benefit utilization analyses and prepare reports
Develop internal and external communications for pharmacy benefit strategy
Represent GS at industry conferences and peer groups
Supervise and develop the Drug Authorization Team.
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness programs
Professional development opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Employee assistance programs
Engagement in industry-leading practices and innovations
Full Job Description
THE ROLE IN A NUTSHELL
Lead the development of pharmacy benefit management plan design alternatives and product/process enhancements.
Collaborate with external stakeholders - Pharmacy and the Pharmaceutical industry - regarding new products as well as the adoption of new policies or practices.
Provide expertise to clients, providers, and suppliers related to pharmacy benefit management.
Contribute to benefit utilization analyses and preparing position papers and reports.
Assist in the development of internal and external communications regarding GS pharmacy benefit management strategy.
Represent GS in industry peer groups, external presentations, and conferences to reinforce GS's position as a pharmacy benefit management specialist.
In a supervisory role, will be responsible for the direct supervision, guidance and development of the Drug Authorization Team to ensure achievement of departmental objectives and standards for service, efficiency and quality.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Experience in pharmacy benefit management.
Must be a licensed, registered Pharmacist in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
Strong working knowledge of the regulatory and competitive environment for prescription drugs and pharmacy benefits; awareness and ability to anticipate key trends.
Excellent analytical, listening, verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to navigate ambiguity, overcome confusion, and simplify complex situations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools required.
A keen customer focus.
Bilingual communication skills, English and French considered a valued asset.
