Employee Benefits Pharmacy Consultant

General Description

A client-facing employee benefits position that independently analyzes prescription drug information. Delivers financial solutions for clients with self-funded medical plans. Assists USI Health and Welfare consultants in providing solutions that lower the cost of pharmacy benefits. Aligns Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) contracts with clients’ strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Participate in prospecting activities with sales consultants.
• Articulate the USI pharmacy value proposition and solutions within the sales process. Includes participation in discovery meetings, capabilities presentations, and conceptual/finalist meetings.
• Act as a resource for sales executives.
• Develop strategic plans and solutions for prospects and clients.
• Work closely with internal account management team. Ensure strategic objectives of prospects and clients are clearly articulated.
• Ensure all prospect deliverables provide proactive solutions in line with strategic objectives.
• Lead client PBM RFP process.
• Market services to carriers.
• Assist with educating team members and clients about prescription drug benefits.
• Conduct contract reviews and make observations and recommendations for improvement.
• Act as subject matter expert on pharmacy solutions within USI proprietary database.
• Conduct formulary and specialty drug review for select clients. Provide recommendations and solutions to meet client’s needs.
• Aid in negotiations with Carriers and Pharmacy Benefit Manager's for preferred deals.
• Monitor new drug approvals and keep the USI team educated.
• Oversee patient assistance programs for specialty medications and recommend partners and approaches.
• Provide guidance and support to newly hired pharmacy team members as needed.
• Keep current with industry information, new products, legislation, coverage, and technology.
• Support clients throughout USI's Central Region through a hybrid work model, with travel as needed for client meetings, presentations, and strategic planning sessions.

Qualifications

• 5 years + of relevant experience in pharmacy consulting or PBM or brokerage experience with a focus on pharmacy consulting or clinical or specialized pharmacist or related field.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment with minimal instruction.
• Ability to manage and negotiate multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to translate complex information into actionable recommendations for clients.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe and Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Advanced problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledgeable in industry trends and regulations.
• Experience in developing and implementing pharmacy benefit strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

This is a bonus-eligible position with a target incentive of 10%. Salary range: $150,000-195,000.00.

Pay

$150,000-195,000.00

Schedule

Hybrid work model with occasional travel as needed.