Senior Consultant, Pharmacy Business Manager

When you're the best, we're the best. We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents while living and working as their authentic selves. We provide extensive opportunities for personal and professional development, building both employee competence and organizational capability to fuel exceptional performance through an inclusive environment both now and in the future.Summary: In this role, you will provide support to Children's Hospitals Associations (CHA) clients to deliver measurable clinical, financial, and operational improvements across pharmacy services. You will analyze pharmacy operations, supply chain and financial processes, and complex data sets to identify opportunities for spend reduction, revenue optimization, and enhanced service delivery. You will collaborate with internal teams, CHA, and client pharmacy leaders to design innovative solutions, guide program development, and translate insights into actionable strategies that strengthen pharmacy business performance.Responsibilities:Lead the development of creative, data-driven solutions and new program offerings that enhance pharmacy business and financial performance.Partner with Spend Management, Analytics, and Pharmacy Leadership teams to improve operational efficiency, clinical outcomes, and cost management across the pharmacy enterprise.Review, analyze, and optimize all classes of trade-including 340B and WAC-by assessing purchasing and contracting strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and identifying opportunities to reduce spend while maintaining access and operational efficiency.Partner with supplier stakeholders to proactively identify and develop contracting opportunities, support negotiations, and drive value-based agreements that align with CHA clients clinical, operational, and financial priorities.Monitor contracts for pharmacy services, including assessment of contract compliance (purchase levels and market-share requirements) and rebates, evaluation of expiring contracts, and participate in negotiation of new agreements.Collaborate with clients and internal teams on product enhancements, custom analyses, data mining, and report generation, synthesizing complex datasets into actionable recommendations.Develop dashboards, presentations, and insights for diverse audiences, including pharmacy leaders, finance teams, and executive stakeholders.Support program development by identifying new opportunities for cost savings, revenue enhancement, and workflow optimization.Execute assigned project plans, prioritize tasks, and ensure the timely delivery of milestones and objectives.Foster strong relationships with clients and internal partners by facilitating knowledge sharing, aligning strategic priorities, and supporting implementation of value-driven initiatives.Qualifications:Relevant degree preferred; advanced degree strongly preferred.5 or more years of relevant experience required. Experience in pharmacy operations, pharmacy business management, or related consulting or analytical roles preferred.Experience with 340B is preferred. 340B certification strongly preferred.Experience working in a pediatric hospital preferredProficiency in analytics, financial modeling, and large dataset manipulation; strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.Knowledge of pharmacy billing, reimbursement practices, and pharmacy supply chain processes, including wholesalers, distributors, and GPO contracting.Experience interpreting and presenting complex operational and financial information to pharmacy and executive leadership.Strong communication and presentation abilities, with demonstrated experience influencing decision-making.Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a virtual environment.Willingness to travel as mutually agreed upon by Vizient and Member throughout the year to meet Members needs and timetables.Ability to travel regularly and expeditiously throughout the year to meet the clients' needs and timetables.Estimated Hiring Range:At Vizient, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances. The current salary range for this role is $88,900.00 to $155,500.00.This position is also incentive eligible.Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careersEqual Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.