Chief Executive Officer

Our client is a market-leading specialty healthcare Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) serving independent physician practices across the United States. The organization partners with providers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and specialty distributors to create purchasing efficiencies for high-cost specialty medications while delivering value to both its physician members and industry partners. Following a recent investment from a leading private equity firm, the company is entering an exciting new phase of growth. Already profitable and recognized as a leader within its niche, the business is seeking an entrepreneurial Chief Executive Officer to professionalize the organization, expand its commercial capabilities, and execute an ambitious growth strategy.

About the role

This is a unique opportunity to lead a highly differentiated, asset-light healthcare services business at a pivotal stage in its evolution. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors and private equity sponsor, the CEO will oversee the company's strategic direction while building the infrastructure, leadership team, and commercial organization necessary to accelerate growth. This executive will serve as the face of the organization, strengthening relationships with pharmaceutical manufacturers, specialty distributors, and physician practices while driving long-term enterprise value. This role is ideally suited for a commercially oriented executive who understands the specialty healthcare GPO landscape and has experience negotiating strategic partnerships, leading complex contracting initiatives, and scaling organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the organization's strategic growth and value creation roadmap.
• Partner with the Board of Directors and private equity investors to deliver long-term business objectives and maximize enterprise value.
• Strengthen and scale the organization while preserving its entrepreneurial mindset and culture.
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with pharmaceutical manufacturers, specialty distributors, healthcare providers, and key industry partners.
• Lead commercial negotiations and oversee the development of strategic contracting initiatives.
• Expand the provider network by identifying and executing membership growth opportunities.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing executive leadership team.
• Implement scalable operational processes, performance metrics, and organizational infrastructure to support continued growth.
• Represent the company as its primary executive spokesperson with customers, suppliers, investors, and industry stakeholders.

Preferred Experience

The successful candidate will have a strong track record of executive leadership within the specialty healthcare industry and a deep understanding of pharmaceutical contracting, provider purchasing, distribution, and strategic commercial partnerships. Candidates with direct leadership experience in a Specialty Healthcare Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) are especially encouraged to apply.

• Specialty Healthcare Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs)
• Specialty Pharmaceutical Distribution
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturers (GPO, Trade, Channel Strategy, or National Accounts)
• Healthcare Purchasing Organizations
• Specialty Pharmacy
• Physician Services Organizations supporting specialty pharmaceuticals

Qualifications

• Demonstrated executive leadership experience with broad commercial, operational, and strategic responsibilities.
• Extensive knowledge of specialty pharmaceutical contracting, reimbursement, and distribution channels.
• Proven success negotiating complex commercial agreements with manufacturers, distributors, provider organizations, or healthcare partners.
• Established relationships across the specialty pharmaceutical and healthcare ecosystem are highly valued.
• Strong record of leading organizational growth, transformation, and business scaling initiatives.
• Strategic thinker with exceptional financial, operational, and business leadership capabilities.
• Experience working within a private equity-backed organization is highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or other advanced degree is preferred.

Benefits

• Lead a recognized organization operating in a rapidly expanding and highly specialized healthcare market.
• Play a pivotal role in shaping the company's future following a significant private equity investment.
• Partner directly with an experienced Board and private equity investors to drive transformational growth.
• Benefit from meaningful long-term equity participation and the opportunity to create substantial enterprise value.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote executive leadership role with nationwide impact.