Amerisource Bergen

Pharmacy Business Consultant

Amerisource Bergen • $95K — $115K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in business administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or a related field.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in the retail pharmacy industry or related fields.
  • Advanced understanding of retail pharmacy trends, profitability, and budgeting.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and related analytical tools.
  • Demonstrated ability to listen actively and influence decision-making.
  • Proven skills in business strategy, marketing, and relationship building.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as an instructor and subject matter expert in independent pharmacy operations.
  • Coordinate with the Business Coaching team to ensure effective coverage and communication.
  • Enhance customer relationships to improve retention and profitability.
  • Identify leverage points in client interactions to secure customer commitment.
  • Maintain accurate coaching records in the CRM system.
  • Prepare and distribute detailed reports based on pharmacy data.
  • Align client needs with tailored solutions to drive positive results.
  • Manage program details and communicate objectives effectively.
  • Analyze operational weaknesses in pharmacy practices and address issues.
  • Assist in assessing customer needs and segmenting pharmacies as necessary.
  • Guide teams through in-store implementations for successful execution.
  • Develop comprehensive market understanding and share insights with leadership.
  • Create and implement innovative concepts in response to competitive dynamics.
  • Represent business coaching at meetings and events as an ambassador.
  • Willingness to travel extensively, up to 75%, for client visits and industry conferences.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Support for working families, including backup dependent care and adoption assistance.
  • Paid parental and caregiver leave.
  • Professional development resources and training programs.
  • Opportunities to participate in mentorship and volunteer activities.
Full Job Description
Job Details

This role is in support of Good Neighbor Pharmacy, a Cencora business supporting a network of independently owned pharmacies in the US.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Instruction and Expertise: Serve as an instructor and subject matter expert, providing expert advice, guidance, and feedback on independent pharmacy store operations and business strategies. Offer specialized consultation to other business coaching team members and their clients as needed, including ad hoc independent pharmacy consultative work when available.
  • Coordination: Collaborate with assigned Business Coaching Coordinator and business coaching leadership to ensure effective customer coverage and communication.
  • Customer Relationship Management: Enhance customer retention and engagement by developing productive business relationships, understanding customers' strategic objectives, and influencing their decision-making processes to drive profitability.
  • Client Interaction: Execute complex processes and engage in client-facing situations by identifying key leverage points within each pharmacy to ensure full commitment from the customer.
  • CRM Management: Continuously maintain and update coaching activities within the CRM system to ensure accurate tracking and reporting.
  • Report Preparation: Compile pharmacy data to prepare, format, and distribute necessary reports, assisting in the creation of an informative portfolio.
  • Results-Driven Approach: Drive results by aligning opportunities with specific customer needs, diagnosing challenges, and supporting the implementation of targeted solutions.
  • Program Management: Oversee all aspects of programs to effectively communicate information, instructions, and objectives.
  • Operational Analysis: Identify potential weaknesses within pharmacy operations by addressing existing issues in basic functional areas.
  • Customer Needs Assessment: Work closely with Business Coaching Coordinator to assess customer needs through various profiles and segment pharmacies accordingly.
  • Implementation Guidance: Guide in-store implementations and collaborate with relevant personnel to ensure successful execution.
  • Market Knowledge: Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the independent retail pharmacy market, including industry trends, competitive intelligence, and challenges faced by customers.
  • Leadership Feedback: Provide leadership with insights on industry intelligence and specific recommendations for managing individual programs, policies, products, and pricing to meet corporate objectives.
  • Concept Development: Create and implement new concepts, maintaining awareness of competitive activities and escalating relevant information as necessary.
  • Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the Business Coaching program.
  • Representation: Represent business coaching programs and solutions at meetings and other events.
  • Travel Requirements: Be willing to travel up to 75% or more (including overnight trips) within the assigned customer base and geographic territory, as well as attend conferences and national, regional, or local trade conventions.


EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires broad training in fields such as business administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four year Bachelor's Degree Program; normally requires a minimum of seven (7) years industry experience and/or directly related and progressively responsible experience.

MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
  • Advanced knowledge of the retail pharmacy industry including trends and challenges facing customers Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and adapt communication style to various audiences 3.Ability to actively listen and influence others with different points of view
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of value, profit, and budgeting
  • Advanced knowledge of techniques to improve profitability of a small business
  • Proven successful business tactics; credible image in the industry; good marketing skills
  • Ability to forecast, set goals, and train others
  • Knowledge of product and customer service standards for independent retail pharmacy business
  • Advanced analytical and probing skills, including proficiency in related computer programs such as MIcrosoft Office
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills Strong organizational and prioritization skills; attention to detail


What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora

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About Amerisource Bergen

AmerisourceBergen Corporation is a pharmaceutical distribution company headquartered in Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 2001 through the merger of AmeriSource Health Corporation and Bergen Brunswig Corporation. The company distributes a wide range of pharmaceutical products, including brand-name and generic drugs, specialty drugs, and over-the-counter medications. AmerisourceBergen serves healthcare providers, including hospitals, pharmacies, and physician practices, as well as pharmaceutical manufacturers. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
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